It’s influenza season which is a severe respiratory illness that has the potential for some serious complications especially in little ones.
The influenza rapid test also doesn’t always test accurately so what do doctors (and mama doctors using google at 3am) use?
How do you tell the difference between influenza and a cold?
How is it spread?
What is the best way to prevent it?
How long does it last?
There are antivirals (Tamiflu or Fluhalt) that you can take to help shorten the duration of the disease but it is best taken within the first few days of the symptoms appearing. It can also be taken as a preventative measure if someone is down w influenza in the house.
Unfortunately, there are some really intense side effects which include vomiting and nausea.
Learned the hard way, it’s best to take anti-nausea meds 30-45mins before taking the antiviral dose.
But as always, nothing beats getting medical care and advice from your trusted pediatrician.
The key message : WASH THOSE HANDS!!!!
