Doctors point out 4 common mistakes to avoid when having the flu

When suffering from the flu, many people often treat themselves at home. However, Dr. Eric Berg, a doctor working in the US, warns against some methods that many people often apply when treating these infections, according to the Express newspaper.

Dr. Eric Berg shares four mistakes that can actually keep you sick longer.

Many treatments for viral infections can make the illness last longer.

1. Reducing fever too quickly

Fever is part of the immune system's natural response to infection, and so trying to short-circuit this response can cause it to work less effectively.

Many people try to reduce fevers quickly, especially when their children have fevers, explains Dr. Berg. But did you know that reducing fevers like this can prolong the duration of the infection?

The effect of fever is very important, it helps reduce the spread of the virus. Mr. Berg advises to keep warm, very warm. Because viruses hate heat.

2. Using antibiotics as soon as you get sick

Antibiotics should only be used for bacterial infections, says Dr. Berg. They only work for bacterial infections, not viral or fungal infections.

When you take too many antibiotics, the effect of the next time you take them will decrease. Over time, these antibiotics become less and less effective. Not to mention the side effects.

If you have a cold, your doctor's advice is to reduce stress and rest.

3. Try everything

Dr Berg warns against overdoing it with treatments. You can try natural remedies to treat the infection, such as zinc supplements, natural forms of vitamin C and D, and apple cider vinegar, according to Express.

4. Immune system suppression

Dr. Berg said many patients mistakenly try to suppress the immune system. Specifically, many people rush to take cough suppressants, which suppress phlegm. While coughs and mucus work to eliminate viruses.

Instead, Dr. Berg recommends: Do whatever can actually help loosen the mucus and help it drain, or even improve a productive cough.

In general, if you have a cold, doctors advise you to reduce stress, get plenty of rest, take a warm bath...

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