Originally Posted by
Careful1
If you are ever stricken with the flu, you will know it. The symptoms are similar to the symptoms of a normal cold virus but intensified. You would also likely have the chills and body aches. The flu hits you suddenly, fast and hard. A lot of people say they feel as though they have been hit by a bus.
The only thing you can do to try and avoid it is to stay away from people you know are sick, wash your hands often and don’t touch your face. Try and keep your immune system healthy cause that’s the best defense you have.
You won’t always get the flu if your around people who have it. My oldest had it years ago and I cared for her and did not get it. I have been exposed to other people as well when they had it and luckily did not get it and so it’s not a certainty but there is a chance.
Stress and worry can have an affect on your immune system and so you aren’t doing yourself any favors by worrying about it.