H1N1
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3Boys, I guess a doctor will not recommend the test if they do not have some basis for it. The PD has also told me that the results of the test would not affect the course of treatment as well but like what you say, many of us would still go for it.
My logic is that if it is normal influenza, why would the doctors then prescribe Tamiflu or Relenza? If we don’t take the test, how would we know that Tamiflu is not required or conversely, why should we take Tamiflu and risk drug resistant issues later if it is not required.
In any case, I have written the post to let all kiasu parents know that there is this option available. It’s really your choice but when it comes to health matters, I would prefer to be safe than sorry, since I understand that the medications works best if administered within the first 2 days… -
shaynamommy:
shaynamommy,3Boys, I guess a doctor will not recommend the test if they do not have some basis for it. The PD has also told me that the results of the test would not affect the course of treatment as well but like what you say, many of us would still go for it.
My logic is that if it is normal influenza, why would the doctors then prescribe Tamiflu or Relenza? If we don't take the test, how would we know that Tamiflu is not required or conversely, why should we take Tamiflu and risk drug resistant issues later if it is not required.
thank you for sharing. I do feel that it is important to be clear about the rationale for testing, as it should not be, as you had indicated, 'go straight to get the test done...'
The MOH has issued guidelines on management of Influenza like Illness (ILI) on its website for health care professionals. H1N1 should really be treated like any other flu virus. For non-complicated cases, throat swab is not indicated. If you were at the polyclinic, and even if there was a strong suspicion of H1N1 due to contact history, and the patient were only mildly symptomatic, no swab will be done. This is best practices relevant to the current state of transmission and epidemicity of the disease, which takes into consideration the costs of testing, and relevance of outcome in influencing treatment.
As for private PD, willing buyer, willing seller, I guess :lol: . I'm sure he must have given you the option not to do the test, and I'm guessing he didn't push hard for it to be done? Most parents will understandably feel the urge to do the best for their children, and the urge is always to do something rather than do nothing. In this case, doing something (swab) is the same as doing nothing (go home and rest).
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shaynamommy:
My son had runny nose (not serious as he has sensitive nose) and a slight cough three days ago and was otherwise, well. He was asked to get a certification from the doctor to prove that he is fit for school. He got the letter plus lots of medicine: Antibiotics, Antihistamine, Steriods and Kitotifen for the lungs. Shortly after he took the first dose of medicine, he was so 'weak' and drowsy that he has to rest at home for the next two days! I wonder if I did the right thing by bringing him to the doctor. As our body has natural healing ability for minor illnesses, medication may not be necc. He could also end up catching another virus by visiting the clinic!My DD down with flu for the past week and when I brought her to the PD yesterday, he said that it might be \"The Flu\". I was scared like shit :shock: and he did a swab test immediately which costs $40 and took 5 minutes. Luckily it is not Influenza A, otherwise I cannot imagine what I have to do especially I have a 3 mth old DS.
So, don't hesistate to go straight to get the test done as soon as the symptoms appear. The earlier the better...
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I was given Tamiflu a few years ago for my flu. After the 2nd dose, I felt so sick and the doctor advised me to stop taking the pill and revert to normal flu medicine. This is after I have forked out $30 out of my own pocket for the few pills as it was not under my company's medical coverage. To those who rush to stock up Tamiflu, I would like to share with you that it may not be suitable for everyone. -
shaynamommy:
A bit confused. Is test for H1NI available in HINIReady Clinics? I called one up and I was told it has to be done only in certain hospitals? Also offered in PD clinics too?My DD down with flu for the past week and when I brought her to the PD yesterday, he said that it might be \"The Flu\". I was scared like shit :shock: and he did a swab test immediately which costs $40 and took 5 minutes. Luckily it is not Influenza A, otherwise I cannot imagine what I have to do especially I have a 3 mth old DS.
So, don't hesistate to go straight to get the test done as soon as the symptoms appear. The earlier the better... -
It's terrible... My nursery gg child had high fever since tuesday. At one stage, it went up to 40 degree.
Then the next moment, her pre-school teacher called to say there are 2 HFMD in her class and ask us to keep a watchout.
Not only must we watch out for H1N1 but we must also watch out for HFMD. We brought her to the clinic the moment she has fever (even before other symptons), the gp was like are you guys worried that she has H1N1,etc...? She suggested that we watch her for another 3 days and send us off with brufen and some cough mixture (just in case).For a moment, we felt like are we overreacting? But we thot early detection of any stuff is safer.... :?
The next day when her fever shot up, we brought her to the clinic again for fear of HFMD especially after the teacher's call and again the gp was like.... don't worry it takes a few days for the fever to go off, etc....
On another thot, when I was in the clinic, I felt like it's actually a riskier place to be as the chances of contracting something there is higher. -
westmom:
let me clarify that the test my dd did was for Influenza A. if tested positive, then need to send to hospital for H1n1 test which would take 24 hours. I'm not sure if the PPC's have the test available though.
A bit confused. Is test for H1NI available in HINIReady Clinics? I called one up and I was told it has to be done only in certain hospitals? Also offered in PD clinics too? -
MMM:
Hi MMM, hang in there!It's terrible... My nursery gg child had high fever since tuesday. At one stage, it went up to 40 degree.
Then the next moment, her pre-school teacher called to say there are 2 HFMD in her class and ask us to keep a watchout.
On another thot, when I was in the clinic, I felt like it's actually a riskier place to be as the chances of contracting something there is higher.
I know exactly how it feels and how scary it can be when our kid's temperature hits above 40 degree and yes, all the pain from the dreaded HFMD..
The sponging regime I use includes sponging with lukewarm water on forehead, nape, groin, armpits... I also use suppositrin in the night to help keep the temp down at night so that she can sleep better..
I also had the same feeling when I brought my DD1 to the clinic a few weeks back.. felt much safer waiting outside then only go into the Doc's office when our number was flashed..
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did anyone see this company's flyers being circulated about disinfectant that is tested to be effective against the h1n1 virus?
called them and they said they can do disinfecting of the house or any premises like schools by fogging the place with the disinfectant.
anyone tried them ?
their website is http://www.ecoverve.com.sg -
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Anybody know that how many primary school kids were sick in last week?
A friend of mine in clementi told me that there were really quite a lot, at least 2 to 5 mc per class in each schoo, some of them like Pei tong and Nan Hua whole class was issuse LOA. -
john.316:
and anyone has any idea whether doctors normally certify the kids when they are well (no more flu-like symtom) to go back to school during the long 10 days mc period?Anybody know that how many primary school kids were sick in last week?
A friend of mine in clementi told me that there were really quite a lot, at least 2 to 5 mc per class in each schoo, some of them like Pei tong and Nan Hua whole class was issuse LOA.
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