Flu Treatment at MyCare Express Clinic

Flu, also known as influenza

is a highly contagious respiratory sickness caused by a virus. The flu does not take sympathy on anyone and can come on strong and without warning. Recovery from influenza can take from 48 hours to several weeks. It is important to seek treatment from a medical practitioner at MyCare Express Clinic if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

Muscle aches, body chills, a runny nose, headaches, fever and fatigue, cough, nausea, or stomach pains are common symptoms of the flu.

While you may not experience all the above symptoms, it is important to note that a fever does not need to be present to have the flu.

What type of flu treatment is available?

When you visit MyCare Express Clinic, we may treat your influenza with an antiviral prescription. Prescriptions used to treat the flu often work faster, can help lessen the severity of the symptoms and shorten the duration of your illness by several days.

What are some at-home remedies for flu treatment?

If you are interested in trying to self-treat for your flu symptoms, we recommend:

Who is more at risk for more severe flu virus symptoms?

Pregnant women, young children, people suffering from a chronic medical illness and adults 65 or older are among the groups at higher risk of complications from the flu. For example: a person with a lung disease may develop pneumonia quicker and easier than someone who does not have a lung disease.

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