So sick. Flu?! What to do?

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Hi! I'm 13+3 pregnant right now with baby #2. I started feeling bad on Friday and, after suffering with what feels like the flu all weekend, I am getting ready to have to go back to work tomorrow. 😷😫

Is there anything that you guys know of that is safe to take while pregnant? I will say that I can't take anything like Benadryl. It has the opposite effect on me - I get manic, not sleepy. I've taken Tylenol for the headache, fever, and muscle aches.

Suggestions?

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My insurance covers Tamiflu. So it was only $24 - not $300. That's crazy!

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My son tested positive for the flu this morning and I have an appointment at 3. How much was the tamiflu for you guys? They wanted me to pay $330 for my son. The doctor actually said it's not worth it for him.

Also, I just checked my body temp and it was 94.8. That's so odd. Ugh. Just ready to go and figure out what's wrong.

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Your doctor can call you in something for the flu

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Tamiflu im 9 weeks n within day 2 i was feeling way better...

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I'm 23 weeks with the flu & they put me on Tamiflu.  I was hesitant as I hate even taking Tylenol, but my doctor was concerned about the effects my high fevers would have on the baby. I called my friend who's a perinatal ob/gyn & she recommended it too so I'm on day 2 & starting to feel a bit better. I hope you feel better soon!

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I think I would just take Tylenol. And maybe drink some peppermint or lemon tea to help with the aches and sore throat. I'm sorry you feel so crummy. :(

So sick. Flu?! What to do?

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