How Long Does Swine Flu Infection Take To Resolve?

Posted on Mon, 16 Mar 2015

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Mon, 16 Mar 2015 Answered on

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Question : Hi Doctor,

I had first symptoms of fever on 4th March. My doctor suspected swine flu and started my medicines on 7th march. All my symptoms have subsided. When can I resume going to college?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (34 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, it is safe for you to resume your studies.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

1. It is safe for you to resume your studies.

2. The normal contagious period is 7 to 10 days at the most.

3. The recommended rest period is 24-48 hours after symptoms have subsided without the help from medication.

4. You should take all precautions as there is bound to be some weakness after this episode and since there is no confirmation whether it was swine flu or seasonal flu.

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Sumit Bhatti (23 minutes later)

Hi doctor,

Thank you for your response. yes it was confirmed as a case of swine flu but by the time i got my reports i had almost finished my course of medicines. I just had mild cough. Do i need to test for swine flu again, is it safe to travel?

Answered by Dr. Sumit Bhatti (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Not necessary to test again. It is safe to travel.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thank you for writing back.

1. No, it is not necessary to test again.

2. Yes, it is safe to travel now.

I hope that I have answered your query. If you have any more questions I will be available to answer them.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar