Who has had the flu recently? What did you do to relieve the symptoms?
357355
had the flu 3 weeks ago--took alka-seltzer cold medicine got lots of rest + drank lots of juice was better in 4 days
32228
Tamiflu will help you if you start taking at the fist signs of a flu.  Mostly, you'll need to just rest and treat your symptoms.  Drink plenty of liquids.  Also, unless you are alergic, you should get a flu shot every year.
752633
With just the flu any drugs that can and will take away your minor aches and pains (that are stronger then what you have) you are unable to get. You have bought what you can it looks like....\nYour pains will be over soon....\nGo get Vick's rub, rub it on your chest. This will also clear your nose :0)\nIf you have chronic pain, or the pain does not leave then you need to go to the doctors....\nSorry you do not feel good, it will be over soon...
624289
when i came off my doctor told me to drink O.J take multivitamines. stay worm eat fruit\n and try to get out for a walk each day .  don't give up if i can do it you can.   good luck take it slow don't come down to fast.1 ml every too days till your at 1 or 2 ml's then stop you will feel sick like you have a flu.this will pass \np.s don't forget it will all be over in ten day then you get to start over
259683
This seems to be the standard strain of the flu this year. The best treatment is theraflu, sleep and eat/drink weather you feel like it or not. Oh, and Tylenol for the fever.
484189
Flu most likely -- there are anti-viral medications available that can help, but you have to see your doctor at the first sign of symptoms in order for them to do any good.  You'd probably be just as well to stay in bed and drink lots of fluids.  If you feel like you can eat, try Saltines and drink ginger ale (helps settle your stomach, if that's an issue).  Get well soon!!
1069075
about 1-2 times, change of seasons spring and fall seems to be my problem.. A serious hand washer, and carefull about going around people with colds.. I take high Vit C and other vits,  and a  Oranges, strawberries. apples, Blueberries, etc.. Take flu shots..
128861
I know about it neither.\nAlmost every people in the globe experienced that, too.\nEven I got a fever but not flu.\n\nIt looks like we have to take care of our health more due to the flu. Take Vitamin C.\n\nBy the way, you are quite new here, aren't you?\nWelcome to Yahoo! Answers.\nPlease do not post your question to this category ever because this category is generally considered "junk".\n\nNext time, post question to its suitable category.\nOK?
708749
Of course you have the flu.  It does say have a jab for the flu, it doesn't say have a jab against the flu,  now does it?\n\nStay at home and drink Whisky, lemon juice, sugar and hot water. Drink whilst very hot. After a while you don't care either way, but you will feel better in the morning.\n\nYou will be wedding fit by the 16th.  Have a lovely time.
531098
Thats definatley the symptoms of the flu.  \nIf you don't feel better within a couple days, go see a doctor.\nGood Luck!\nHope you feel better!
806034
I am one to always "cure" myself.  Lots of rest, liquids.  Make yourself eat something even it it's a bowl of broth or crackers.  Sweat out the fever.  Get into the shower.  You won't feel like it but it will make you feel better.  Get your vitamins like Zinc, Vitamin C.  Ginger Ale is all I can take when I'm sick.  It may take a good week to get over.  I just went through this a couple weeks ago---it lasted a good 5 days.
906683
I am just getting over it, thank goodness. For me it went in stages almost, horrible cough first, followed by stomach, then extremely high fever and congestion, then exhaustion.\n\nI slept all day yesterday pretty much. I got up a few times.
972017
I have never heard of this herb. Check your spelling at www.dictionary.com.\nI have some information for you though... \n\nHome Treatment \n\nIf you have influenza, you can expect the illness to go away on its own in about 7 to 10 days. In the meantime, you can take steps to feel better:\n\nGet extra rest. Bed rest can help you feel better. It will also help you avoid spreading the virus to others. \nDrink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from fever. Fluids also ease a scratchy throat and keep nasal mucus thin. Hot tea with lemon, water, fruit juice, and soup are all good choices. \nIf fever is uncomfortable, take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to lower it. You may also sponge your body with lukewarm water to reduce fever. Do not use cold water or ice. Lowering the fever will not make your symptoms go away faster, but it may make you more comfortable. \nTo relieve body aches and headache, take aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen. Do not take aspirin if you are younger than 20 unless your doctor tells you to do so. Also, aspirin and ibuprofen can upset your stomach, while acetaminophen does not. \nTry a decongestant or nasal spray if your main symptom is a stuffy nose. Look for a single-ingredient decongestant that contains phenylephrine. If nasal drainage is thick, a decongestant that contains guaifenesin may help keep it thin and draining. Do not use medicated nasal sprays or drops more often than directed and not for longer than 3 days. \nBreathe moist air from a hot shower or from a sink filled with hot water to help clear a stuffy nose. \nAvoid antihistamines. They do not treat flu symptoms and may make nasal drainage thicker. \nIf the skin around your nose and lips becomes sore from repeated rubbing with tissues, apply a bit of petroleum jelly to the area. Using disposable tissues that contain lotion also may help. \nUse cough drops or plain, hard candy to help ease coughing. \nTake a nonprescription cough medicine that contains dextromethorphan if you develop a dry, hacking cough. Some products contain a high percentage of alcohol. Use them with caution. \nElevate your head at night with an extra pillow if coughing keeps you awake. \nAvoid smoking and breathing secondhand smoke. This is good advice any time, but it is especially important when you have a respiratory infection like a cold or the flu. \nCall your doctor if:\n\nYour symptoms improve but then seem to get worse again. \nYou develop signs of a bacterial infection, such as a new or worse cough that produces yellow, green, rust-colored, or bloody mucus; persistent fever, ear pain, sore throat, sinus pain, or productive cough; or nasal drainage that changes from clear to colored after 7 to 10 days.
856496
Get the flu shot! You've gotten many good answers. While new strains of the virus are always occurring, at least you can protect yourself from those known. They do NOT make you sick, (per annie7951) If you already have the virus & it's not known, you may "assume" it made you sick, but will actually make your flu less severe when it becomes apparent. Please! I never "bash" anyone on this site, but the comments of "orangen" (something or the other) were erroneous at best as to flu shots being a "money making scheme."  Much bias against pharmaceutical companies (some justifable) but they work very hard on the "new strains" to make them effective. I hate to think of the potential of epidemics if no one got flu shots. I've been taking them for years, have NEVER had any reaction, & NEVER get the flu. Until, if you decide to get one, when you are "out"--stores, shopping carts etc., be careful not to touch your face with your hands & wash your hands THOROUGHLY as soon as you get home. I've seen check-out people coughing into their hands & then handling my items. I always suggest that if they HAVE to cough, (or sneeze), to do so in their sleeve ELBOW if no tissues are available. Pharmaceutical companies even provide vacines one can get free at some drugatores or clinics. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure...
716836
First symptoms of stomach flu.  Get some rest.
364336
Took me about 2 weeks - half a week with just the flu symptons then the remaining 1 1/2 weeks with both flu symptons and a sore throat.  Not pleasent. I found antibiotic throat sprays helped - although tasted vial.  Also, drink alot of hot drink - as hot as you can bare (lemsip is good as it has paracetamol in too).  Also, cold drink, icecream, sorbet etc... helped sooth the pain too.
676733
You probably have the flu.  If the symptoms continue or get stronger after a week, you should consider seeing the doctor.  For now, just try taking Actifed, Tylenol, Sudafed, or other over-the-counter medications that will temporarily alleviate your illness.