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

When people have the flu, many people often treat themselves at home. However, Dr. Eric Berg, a doctor working in the US, warned about 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 make it less effective.

Many people try to reduce fever quickly, especially when their child has a fever, explains Dr. Berg. But did you know that reducing fever like that can prolong the infection?

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

2. Using antibiotics as soon as the disease starts

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, the 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. Suppression of the immune system

Dr. Berg said many patients mistakenly try to suppress their immune systems. Specifically, many people rush to cough suppressants, which suppress phlegm. Coughs and mucus are effective in eliminating 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, the doctor's advice is to reduce stress, get plenty of rest, take a warm bath...

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