Easing symptoms and treatment of Swine Flu at Swine Flu Remedies

Easing symptoms and treatment of Swine Flu

If you find that you have come down with the flu, swine flu or otherwise, there are a few things you can do to keep yourself somewhat comfortable. At least as comfortable as you can be while having the flu.

If you or your child feel as if you have any flu-like symptoms you should skip work or school. It is best to stay home until you have recovered completely.
If you are sick with the swine flu, you should try and stay in another area of the house, away from the rest of your family in order to limit their exposure to the virus.
Get LOTS of rest! The best way to battle the flu, swine flu or otherwise is the get as much rest as possible to allow your body to fight back. If you can’t sleep, just lay around and relax for awhile. Take the opportunity to catch up on your favorite book, movie collection or dvr list.
Lots and lots of clear fluids such as water and soup. The more the better. It can be hard to hold things down sometimes when you have the flu, but your body needs fluid and nourishment. Even if it comes up after 15 minutes, your body has had the opportunity to absorb some of it.
Acetaminophen, ibuprofen or naproxen can help lessen the affect of body aches and pains. Make sure to consult your doctor before taking anything. If your child is under 2, always check with your doctor before giving them any medication.
Breathing can be tough when you have the flu, especially due to a stuffy nose. One of the best ways to help clear those nasal passages is by using a humidifier to add more moisture to the air. steam inhalers can also help to clear up your sinuses and make breathign a little easier. Saline drops followed by suctioning with a nasal syringe can bring additional relief to small children.
There is treatment for swine flu. Antiviral medications like Tamiflu and Relenza can lessen your symptoms make you feel better faster and prevent swine flu-related complications if taken early on. Consult your doctor about a prescription.

Is there a cure?

There’s not a cure for swine flu at this time. Researchers are currently working on the development of a vaccine, according to the FDA. If you already received a flu shot, it probably won’t protect you from this strain (2009 H1N1 also known as swine flu), but it’s a good idea to still get one annually to help protect you from seasonal flu outbreaks.

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