The flu, Does anyone else have it or has had it lately?

Question

I never get sick.
I have been dizzy to the point of almost passing out every time I get up. My body hurts and I am coughing and blowing my nose until it hurts. I just want to know if anyone else is sick with flu like symptoms. I live in the country and don't watch TV since I never have time to watch it I don't have direct TV or cable. I barely get the radio signal out here. I can not afford a DR. And am to sick to drive. Even sitting here typing is to much. So please answer , Has anyone else had the flu and also how long? In the U.S. A. only please. And how long did it last? Sorry for typos. got to go lay down. Will check answers later.

The last time I had the flu was about 20 yrs ago.

UPDATE: I am not getting better, I called DR. they can't get me in until July 7th. This bug is going around in our town. I now can not taste anything. I was told to drink alot fluids and ride it out.June 21st today is the 30th. :( Is there any town having this flu? Is really what I want to know. Thank you all for your time and answers.

Answer 1

I will give you a few suggestions to try, but if this does not help.........get to a physician soon! You must realize that some conditions when left untreated can lead to hospitalization and even death! Don't take this lightly! I have seen it - too many times!
If 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:

Get extra rest. Bed rest can help you feel better. It will also help you avoid spreading the virus to others.
Drink 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.
If 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.
To 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.
Try 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.
Breathe moist air from a hot shower or from a sink filled with hot water to help clear a stuffy nose.
Avoid antihistamines. They do not treat flu symptoms and may make nasal drainage thicker.
If 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.
Use cough drops or plain, hard candy to help ease coughing.
Take 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.
Elevate your head at night with an extra pillow if coughing keeps you awake.
Avoid 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.
Call your doctor if:

Your symptoms improve but then seem to get worse again.
You 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.

Answer 2

Since you have not had the flu in years it could be something like brain cancer or something serious. But you can't afford MD. If you get very ill, go to hospital. They will send you a bill.

Say it is flu. Mark Twain always got over his in 2 days by fasting so you should do that. See thiis site for what he and 8 MDs say about it. Bible has 74 references to it. Luke said "I fast twice a week."

One MD on this site has his own site and says that fasting saved his life. He says it is the missing link in the American diet. But most Americans won't consider trying it although they will stuff food into their mouth until they weigh over 300 pounds.

http://phifoundation.org/fast.html

Answer 3

I never had it, but I know someone who did a while back. lasted about 7-10 days. you could possibly have a sinus infection which might feel like a flu but with a really bad headache. There are some over the counter flu medications, but you might have to ask the pharmacist, some laws have changed and they might be available only by request from Pharmacist.
hope you feel better.

Answer 4

we had it here it will be about two weeks before you feel better take tylenol and ride it out!
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Answer 5

when igot the flu it lasted about a week or less.take some medicine or ask someone you think will know.hope you feel better.

Answer 6

i had the flu just last month. it was bad.....nut not THAT bad. maybe u should call a doctor. It lasted for about a week.

Answer 7

I haven't had it in a long time sorry hope you feel better

Answer 8

well when i was little i used to have it alot and what i did was rest and slepp alot also take a shower everyday especially if your really high in temp!!

Answer 9

NO I AINT GOT IT YET BUT I HAVE FELT VERY SICK AT TIMES

Answer 10

I haven't had it since last winter.