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What's up with flu symptoms coming and going?
My fiancee's flu symptoms are sort of oscillating in a way that's concerning me: is it normal for flu symptoms to recede and then come back? [more inside]
Is it possible to have a "cold" without upper respiratory symptoms?
I've had a few bouts of illness this year that feel like a cold (fatigue, head ache-y, maybe some minor muscle aches, a bit of brain fog) without much (or any) upper respiratory symptoms like cough, runny nose, etc. or a fever. Is this normal? [more inside]
Why do I see weird shapes when I'm getting sick?
Sometimes when I'm getting sick, one of the first symptoms to manifest is perceiving recurring patterns of weird shapes in motion. Help me understand what's going on. [more inside]
Crazy, creative ideas for bedrest AKA solitary confinement
Week two of horrendous bronchitis during which I decided to go NC (until yesterday) with long-time (ex?)boyfriend/co-dependent partner in dysfunction. Broke NC yesterday after five days straight of MD-ordered bedrest - and after texting and calling everyone I knew, including my grandma - twice. Any practical tangible ideas for how to maintain NC and my sanity, oh and I don't know, my health? Any and all welcome. Thanks. [more inside]
This is the flu that never ends
I have (what I believe to be) the flu, but it will not go away. I know there are numerous causes for this, but I want to know if an existing health condition puts me at greater risk for complications. [more inside]
Global traditions in head/chest-cold remedies
What are different cultures' home remedies for sore throats, coughs, and head colds? (Not only foods & drinks, but also things to inhale & otherwise comfort.) [more inside]
How can I feel better right now?
I haven't had anything worse than a mild sniffle in years, but now I'm down with a raging flu. I feel horrible and am getting cabin feverish, and I HATE IT. Do you have any tips or tricks for me to feel better right now? [more inside]
I want to run my legs, not run a fever!
I think I might have the flu. My first half marathon is 4 weeks from tomorrow. Can I still run it? How can I get on the mend fast, and back to training ASAP? [more inside]
Tips for powering through work when you are sick?
I think I have the flu. It's kind of mild, but has all the usual stuff like headache, body aches, lots of mucus, exhaustion, mild fever. I am also teaching a 130-student course and we are in week 11 of 13. I have 35 assignments to mark by tomorrow, an exam to finalise by Monday, and an assignment to create today. Fortunately I don't have any face-to-face time today, so I have stayed at home, but if I don't get this stuff done, not only do I miss university imposed deadlines, but I just pile up extra work for myself next week, that will make it impossible for me to prepare my lectures on time. All I want to do is curl up in bed and sleep, or watch trashy TV. Does anyone have some physical or psychological tricks for making yourself work in these circumstances?
Simple scientific guide for identifying and treating common illnesses?
When I start to feel a cold coming on, the last thing I want to do is spend time and energy trying to figure out the best treatment approach. I am seeking a guide that will help me identify and self-treat common/mild illnesses (both attacking the root cause and alleviating symptoms) as well as indicate when it would be wise to see a doctor. I would prefer a printout rather than an interactive tool like WebMD.
How do I stop being irrationally paranoid about getting sick?
I leave for a much much much needed vacation tomorrow that I've been looking forward to for the past two months. As more and more people around me (family, friends, coworkers) have been getting sick during this nasty flu season, I have been super paranoid about getting the flu myself just in time to spoil my vacation. I started feeling really achy and fatigued last night, but maybe it has more to do with other things? [more inside]
Going to work with the flu
Do I really need to stay home with the flu? [more inside]
What can I do about a sick person who insists on coming to work?
My clearly ill coworker refuses to go home. [more inside]
I went down to St. James Infirmary...
I'm sick Metafilter. I'm in a bad way and I want your advice. I have a nasty case of the flu. I visited my doctor yesterday morning, and she diagnosed me with the flu, though the nasal swab test she gave me was negative for Flu A and Flu B.
At the time I thought I was getting better, but now I think I've taken a turn for the worse. I'm contemplating going to the emergency room, and I'd like your advice on how I should decide whether or not to go, when to go, if I should bring someone with me, and anything else I should ask or do.
I know you're not my doctor. I'm going to visit my doctor's sick call hours first thing in the morning if I don't go to the ER. That's in about 11 hours. [more inside]
I heard that you were feeling ill ...
I have a cold/flu thing. What can I do to speed my recovery as much as possible? [more inside]
Heading off the worst of a flu?
My young son probably has the flu, which could strike any day now. Dumb question, but is there anything I can do? [more inside]
I've been sick forever
I'm sick. I'm not getting better. It is ruining my life and relationships. [more inside]
Urgent care? ER?
Urgent care? ER? Where am I supposed to go? I don't have a doctor here (Fairfax County, VA). I'm clueless. I got the flu last weekend but am still experiencing symptoms, including a new one - a burning hot pain in the pit of my stomach. [more inside]
The lowdown on Emergen-c
Alright, so it's cold/flu/etc season and my roommate brought home a package of Emergen-c. He welcomed me to it, so I figured what the heck, I'll take a look at it. Then I noticed it says you can take it post-workout, which spiked my interest because I'm a self-described 'gym bum.' [more inside]
My period is making me sick.
Does anyone else here get sick (flu, fever, etc.) when they have their period? [more inside]
Lowering the bar on the definition of "healthy"
Why haven't I fully recovered from bronchitis, six months later? [more inside]
Can we ask a sick person to leave?
Can we ask a sick person to leave? [more inside]
Can employers tell people when employees are sick?
My employer just asked us to contact HR if any of our employees are diagnosed with H1N1 flu. Is this allowable under HIPAA? [more inside]
Most comforting things in the world
What are the best ways to comfort someone with a bad cold/flu? [more inside]
Comfort foods for the sick around the world?
What are different cultures' versions of comfort foods that are prepared for people who are sick and feeling under the weather? [more inside]
mystery diagnosis
Did the hospital save my blood samples and could they be retested? Would swine flu cause a positive test for regular flu? [more inside]
Anybody have a stomach flu horror story? How long did it last?
Does any one have stomach flu (gastroenteritis) horror stories? I am going day 5 and I have never heard of anyone having it longer than 2 days.
flufilter....
With all this flu talk, it got me wondering...I got a really bad case of it back in March. (Doctor confirmed.) Could it possibly have been of the swine variety? [more inside]
Should I be worried about my mom?
YANMDfilter: Do these swine-flu-like symptoms require a trip to the emergency room? [more inside]
Better the flu you know?
At what point should I consider (responsibly) getting myself inoculated with the flu? [more inside]
Heal me, Hivemind!
I'm unbelievably sick, probably from running around in the freezing rain. What can I do to get better by tomorrow? [more inside]
Go to work or stay home?
Flufilter: It hit me like a freight train on Friday-went to the doc, and yes, it's the flu. My question for the hivemind is this: Do I try to go back to work tomorrow? [more inside]
How can I not get the flu?
How can I avoid getting the flu? I have gotten spooked by a couple coworkers who got SICK from the flu, which they caught from their kids, and I am very intent on avoiding the same fate (trouble coming out of both ends).
Short of covering myself in saranwrap and lysol, and then hiding in an ICBM silo, what do you suggest? [more inside]
How to baby the flu
How to help a baby with the flu? [more inside]
What's causing the yucky taste?
I have a cold, and my mouth tastes yucky. What specifically is happening? [more inside]
Why is my nose numb after the flu?
I've had the flu for a few days, but woke up with something totally new to me: my nose is numb. Should I be worried? [more inside]
Damn the flu!
I'm sick of the flu. What will speed my recovery? [more inside]
Help figure out what this disease is!
My lady friend has been sick for a year, and nobody can figure out what's wrong. Has anyone had any experience with this kind of sickness? [more inside]
What's Up With My Flu/Cold?
Medical Advice/Common Sense Filter: This is my second week of having pretty serious flu symptoms. [more inside]
I just want to feel better.
Last Thursday I was diagnosed with the flu. Sunday I was diagnosed with a sinus infection. Today is Monday and I do not feel even the slightest bit better. Help! [more inside]
Can I suffer through a fever and expect to get better sooner?
If a fever is the human body's response to pathogens, does taking medicine to bring down one's fever increase recovery time? If this is true, is it true of all medicines that treat cold/flu symptoms?
How do you and your significant other deal with one of you being/getting the cold or flu?
How do you and your significant other deal with one of you being/getting sick (cold/flu/etc)? Does the sick one make any attempt to avoid getting the other sick? If so, how?
Your best sickness prevention methods:
Let's hear your method for preventing colds and other sicknesses! [more inside]
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