Primary Care

Flu antivirals like oseltamivir can have side effects such as liver issues and mental health changes. It's important to be aware of these when taking the medication.

Yes, you can have the flu without a fever. Some people with influenza may not show a fever but can still have other symptoms like a cough or sore throat.

You can generally take flu medicine with over-the-counter cold remedies, but be cautious of overlapping ingredients.

Even if you get the flu shot, you might still need flu medicine if you catch the flu, as the shot doesn't always prevent it completely.

Yes, the flu usually causes a higher fever than a regular cold.

The common cold usually causes mild symptoms like a runny nose and sore throat, while the flu often leads to more severe symptoms such as high fever and body aches.

Flu symptoms usually appear faster than cold symptoms, often within 1 to 4 days after infection.

The flu usually starts suddenly with a high fever, body aches, and extreme tiredness, while a cold comes on more gradually with a runny nose and sore throat.

If you have pain under your ribs that won't go away, it's a good idea to see a doctor to find out what's causing it.

Taking rescue medication too often or too close together can lead to problems and may not be safe. Always follow your doctor's instructions for how often to take it.

Yes, primary care physicians can diagnose and treat common sleep disorders like insomnia by using various strategies and tools.

Sometimes headaches, including some migraines, can last all day or more than one day. If these symptoms are severe, frequent, persistent, worsening, and/or associated with other symptoms (such as weakness, numbness, and/or vomiting), you should talk to a healthcare provider.

Persistent tiredness can be caused by medical conditions like cancer, depression, and certain neurological disorders.

Feeling tired all the time can be due to various reasons, including sleep issues, medical conditions, and lifestyle factors. It's important to identify the cause to manage it effectively.

Ginger chews can help reduce nausea from motion sickness and after surgery, and they can work well with other medicines like ondansetron.

Ginger chews may help reduce motion sickness symptoms, but their effectiveness can vary from person to person.

Ginger tablets can help reduce motion sickness symptoms for some people, but their effectiveness may vary.

Ginger may help reduce symptoms of motion sickness, such as nausea and vomiting, but its effectiveness can vary.

Ginger candy may help reduce motion sickness, but its effectiveness can vary. It should be used as a supplement to other methods, like focusing on the horizon or taking breaks.

Common sleep disorders in adults include insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome, which can be treated with lifestyle changes, medications, or therapies.