1 How to recognize flu infection

In the season of frequent illness are.

As we look around us - everyone complains of the "virus" or "cold".
Some cough, others have chills, third vomit ....
In a bad day and we get sick.

How do we know that we have the flu?

Here are the main flu symptoms that are supporting at diagnosis:
- The Full health chills and fever - 39 -40 degrees.
- Pain In joints and muscles
- Full Looseness and adinamiya - are confined to bed
- You Have cough, vomiting, diarrhea
- Skin and visible mucous membranes are pale
Its presence in patients with the same symptoms in our immediate environment - family, friends, colleagues.

In the presence of 3 or more of these symptoms, the first is always required in the diagnosis of influenza.

Flu symptoms

Common flu symptoms include sudden fever and chills, cough, muscle aches, headache, fatigue and weakness. Influenza patients may complain of a stuffy nose and sore throat. Only chicken soup will not go if you want to treat the flu. Immediately go to the doctor if you notice symptoms of influenza. Treatment with antiviral must begin no later than 2 days after onset of symptoms.

Cold or flu - visit to the doctor

Colds and flu have similar symptoms. It is important to establish the difference between cold and flu and visit your doctor no later than 2 days of onset of symptoms, if you suspect you have the flu.

Cold or flu in children - a visit to the pediatrician

Children are the group that often develops as a result of influenza secondary complications such as bronchitis, otitis, etc.

Influenza infection occurs with many unusual symptoms - sudden onset of high body temperature, severe fatigue, denial of food, dry irritating cough, muscle aches. These symptoms can occur in other acute respiratory diseases. The most reliable diagnosis is evidence of influenza virus by washes of the rhinopharynx, and in a later stage - detection of influenza antibodies in the serum of children.

In all cases appropriate visiting pediatrician to assess the child's condition.

Flu or cold - recognizing symptoms

And cold and flu are viral infections that have similar symptoms, such as cough and sore throat. Cold is usually mild and affects the area of the pharynx, while the flu usually more severe, with symptoms that include sudden onset of fever, accompanied by pain in joints and muscles.

Measures at the first symptoms of flu

At first suspicious signs of influenza should start with plenty of fluid intake (herbal teas, broths), many vitamins - mandatory and vitamin C; lots of fresh fruits and vegetables; monitoring body temperature (especially in children - at least 3-4 times daily).

Relieve the symptoms of flu

How about a nice cup of tea?

Take plenty of fluids - especially hot drinks, which can relieve feelings like a broken.
Vacationing is also essential to deal with the flu, also gives you a good reason to stay up late in bed.
Flu remains infected 3 or 4 days after the onset of symptoms, so I stay at home and be treated to reduce the risk of infecting someone else.

Signs and symptoms of infection with flu A H1N1

Signs of influenza A H1N1 "swine flu" are similar to the flu, including lifting of fever, cough, headache, muscle pain and joint pain, sore throat, runny nose, and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea.