I'm really worried because my roommate has been dealing with swine flu for the past couple of days. What steps should I take to protect myself? Is there a specific vaccine that's recommended?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

MBBS
3+ Yrs

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Nasovac vaccine and candiflu -S vaccine are advised to the patient.wash your hands,avoid crowds,cover mouth with mask etc are advised to the patient.

Answered 04/07/2025

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I've got this sudden sharp pain in my left rib when I breathe in, and it started while I was just sitting at my desk at work. It's been half a day, and it hasn't gone away. I can't take a full deep breath. Do you think this will just go away on its own, or should I be worried?

Ecg and x-ray chest is advised to the patient.

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Can taking paracetamol help with a stomachache? I'm not sure if it's safe or effective for this kind of pain. What do you think?

Paracetamol is not typically recommended for stomach aches, as it's primarily used to relieve headaches, fever, and body aches; instead, consider over-the-counter antacids or acid reducers like ranitidine or omeprazole, but if your stomach ache persists or worsens, consult a doctor to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.

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I got my COVID vaccine this morning and now Ive got a fever of 101F. I'm taking Dolo 650 for it. Can I still take my usual meds for blood pressure and asthma? What should I do about the fever, body aches, and this headache Im having?

Yes, continue all the medications.

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