help i'm sick

[dadsgirl]

raising chickens , and have been around chickens that have dyed with no explanation, and now i have fallen ill with flu like symthoms, ( body aches, fever, headache,) does anyone know if this could be bird flu???

 

[speckledhen]

Since H5N1 flu is not in the U.S., I seriously doubt it. It's the everyday common flu, I'd imagine. Have you seen a doctor?

 

[shay20]

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I agree. take some Thera flu, Hope u feel better. :|

 

[Farmer Kitty]

Sounds like the common flu to me too! It's going around and can hit with a vengence.

 

[d.k]

* I hope you feel better soon-- do think you should see a doctor. BUT, unless you have been overseas chicken farming, no-- not bird flu.

 

[menageriemama]

Very, very low odds that it is bird flu. The CDC would be all over it if it was, so unless you have been to Asia in the last week, I wouldnt worry too much

Drink lots of fluids, get lots of rest and I hope you feel better soon!

 

[mockingbird girl]

I just got the flu a few days ago myself--- body aches, fever, sore throat, stuffy nose, coughing... fun fun fun! Totally not chicken related though

Feel better soon..

 

[nnbreeder]

Got 'skeeters? West Nile Virus has flu-like symptoms.

 

[dadsgirl]

thanks for all the get wells, wouldn't even consider the bird flu , except having dead chickens with no explanation. also have skeeters in this area and have been biten several times, and a lady about 8 miles from me was diagnosed last week with west nile. also had a uncle raising quail who became ill, he went to the dr. and it was the bird flu. so just concerned... thanks, angie

 

[werblessd1s]

Hot Toddy Remedy
( Actually suggested by doctor instead of prescription meds)

2 ounces of whiskey
1 tablespoon honey
4 ounces of hot tap water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 slice of fresh lemon (optional) Ofcource actually being sick to drink this is optional too

Mix all ingredients, stick in the microwave for about a minute.

Not a cure, but you will definitely feel better