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Vaccines are available to prevent influenza (See Viral Influenza Vaccines section in this report).
For mild influenza, symptom relief is similar to that for colds.
Who Needs Antiviral Drugs
Two classes of antiviral agents have been developed to treat influenza: neuraminidase inhibitors and M2 inhibitors. These drugs can shorten symptoms but there is no indication that they can prevent or reduce complications such as pneumonia. They do not help if they are started after the first 36...
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Canker Sores
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A canker sore is an ulcer on the mucous membrane inside your mouth. The medical terms for canker sores are aphthous stomatitis, ulcerative... Read more »
Cold sores linked to Alzheimer's
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Cold sore virus may up Alzheimer's risk
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Sore Throat (Pharyngitis)
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
A sore throat, or acute pharyngitis, is one of the most common winter complaints.A sore throat is a symptom of infection, usually viral, or of an... Read more »
8 Signs You Should See a Doctor About a Cold
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