10-02-2020, 01:30 PM
(This post was last modified: 10-02-2020, 01:35 PM by BostonCard.)
(10-02-2020, 01:21 PM)OutsiderFan Wrote: If the POTUS is being given experimental drugs, that tells us all we need to know about how "mild" his symptoms are. No way would he get unproven treatments if there wasn't some real concern over his health. Most people just have to grin and bear it, hoping they don't end up hospitalized or worse.
Not really. The issue with antivirals, like the monoclonal antibodies is that they are probably most effective as early as possible. With influenza, antivirals are most effective within 48 hours of symptoms. So, the risk/benefit assessment is a bit different. Yes, usually you would wait, since the severity of illness is largely irrelevant to risks, but the benefits are highest for the riskiest situations. Here, the benefits wane the longer you wait.
BC
No hydroxychloroquine. And no bleach.
BC