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For mild influenza, symptom relief is similar to that for colds. Vaccines are available to prevent influenza (See section on Viral Influenza Vaccines).

Two classes of antiviral agents have been developed to treat both influenza A, B, or both: M2 inhibitors and neuraminidase inhibitors. The CDC recommended in January 2006 that the M2 inhibitors should no longer be used to treat flu during the 2005 2006 season because many strains of influenza A have become resistant to these drugs. In ...

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Expert & Community Posts

The Swine Flu in Children: When to Call Your Doctor

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...of information circulating about Swine Flu this year and parents may be confused as to whether... Read more »

Diagnosing and Testing for Swine Flu

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...completely rule out an influenza diagnosis. Some research has shown these types of tests are... Read more »

The Three Types of Oxygen Therapy for COPD

By Kathi MacNaughton , Health Expert

Once supplemental oxygen is prescribed for you or your loved one, you'll need to decide which of... Read more »

Treatment for Swine Flu

By Eileen Bailey , Health Expert

...those with breathing problems, such as asthma, or heart disease. It is available as an inhaler.... Read more »

Swine Flu/H1N1 Flu Virus: Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

By James Thompson MD , Health Expert

...but there's no need to panic. This flu does not appear to be as virulent (deadly) as the flu... Read more »

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Health Guide

Pneumonia: Prevention

...Preventing TransmissionColds and flus are spread primarily when an infected person coughs or sneezes near someone else. A very common method for transmitting a cold is by shaking hands. Everyone... Read more »

Ear Infections: Introduction

The ear is the organ of hearing and balance. It has three parts: theouter, middle, and inner ear.The outer ear collects sound waves, which move throughthe earcanal to the tympanic... Read more »

Ear Infections: Prevention

PreventionThe best way to prevent ear infections is to prevent colds and flu.Good Hygiene. Colds and flus are spread primarily when an infected person coughs or sneezes near someone else. A very... Read more »

Ear Infections: Diagnosis

...because it does not respond to antibiotics.Dental problems (such as teething).Infection in the outer ear. Symptoms include pain, redness, itching, and discharge. Infection in the outer ear,... Read more »

Colds and the Flu: Complications

...serious complications. In about 1% of cases, a cold can lead to other complications, such as sinus or ear infections. It can also aggravate asthma and, in uncommon situations, increase the risk... Read more »

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