Virus Or What?

[genie123]

I had my flu jab some time ago. Last Sunday I fell unwell with headache, temperature, tirednes, loss of appetite, aches and pains and just generally poorly I started to feel better on Thursday but today I have some of the symptoms back again. Headache, tiredness, still no appetite. Could this be the same thing whatever that was? Thanks

[Mamyalynne]

Sounds virus like, sometimes they abate then have another go - try to eat light meals and keep well hydrated.

[genie123]

Thanks Mamyalynnne.

[woofgang]

and keep warm and REST seriously properly rest. That and hydration are the two keys to seeing off a virus.

[JimF]

Hydration is the thing. Try to drink a pint of water every waking hour.

[Sqad]

Yes, it could and is probably the most common diagnosis with the information that you have given.
It could be due to other things, though much less common.
I agree with the advice given above concerning hydration, but would also like to add the administration of Ibuprofen 400mgs every six hours.
Assess you clinical condition on Monday.

[genie123]

Thanks everyone will take notice of all, especially the hydration.

[genie123]

Still feeling under the weather today so had an appointment with GP.
She was very thorough but could find nothing obvious. Because I am a carer for my husband, she suggested that I had not had time enough rest properly and that as you get older it takes longer to recover. If I'm not feeling bettter in a couple of weeks she will order some blood tests. Thought I would just let you know.

[Mamyalynne]

Thank you for letting us know, it's hard to get rest when you are caring.x

[Sqad]

Thanks for the feedback............good advice from your GP.

[Patsy33]

Its difficult to rest properly in your situation as a carer. Just try and rest, eat and drink plenty of fluids as best you can, when you can. Hope you feel better soon. x