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Symptoms of the seasonal flu can include some or all of the following: fever, chills, cough, headache, fatigue, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, and nausea and vomiting. When one has the flu, maintaining hydration is extremely important.
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Does swine flu make people go crazy?
No,it doesn't make people go crazy.At this time the symptoms are very similar to the ones of the seasonal flu.
What does Swine Flu cause?
The H1N1/09 pandemic swine flu virus causes influenza. The symptoms are the same as most other types of flu. It has caused millions of people world-wide to become sick with the flu and thousands of deaths. It is a milder disease than some other types of flu, including the regular seasonal flu that, while not the same number of cases like the more easily transmitted swine flu, the seasonal flu typically causes the death of more of those infected than swine flu has so far. In the US there are approximately 36,000 deaths from the seasonal flu each year. See the related question below for more on the symptoms and death rates of swine flu.
You have been in contact with a small child who has recently been diagnosed with Swine Flu how will you know if you are to get Swine Flu and if you have contracted the illness from the child?
The symptoms of swine flu are similar to the symptoms of seasonal flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Diarrhea and vomiting have also been reported in a number of people. Also, like seasonal flu, swine flu can be severe and even fatal in some cases.
How do you know that you got Swine Flu?
The people with swine flu would have all the symptoms of a normal flu. If you have the symptoms, don't go to the doctor. Some places will just send you home. Treat it like the seasonal flu: -Lot's of bed rest -Lot's of fluids -Take it easy -Don't go outside (You'll spread it and it can make your flu worse).
Can Swine Flu kill adults?
The Swine Flu is similar to the regular seasonal flu, many adults and children have died from it around the world, but the majority recover. Unlike the seasonal flu, however, less elderly people have been killed by the A-H1N1/09 swine flu than the regular seasonal flu. People over 65 are much less at risk from the swine flu than seasonal flu.
When is the right time for testing Swine Flu?
When you begin to feel any of these symptoms, definitely take notice.fever, which is usually high, but unlike seasonal flu, is sometimes absentcoughrunny nose or stuffy nosesore throatbody achesheadachechillsfatigue or tiredness, which can be extremediarrhea and vomiting, sometimes, but more commonly seen than with seasonal fluBut if your experince any of these more severe symptoms i think you should be checked for swine flu- pneumonia and respiratory failure.
Flu Symptoms?
There are several types of the flu. There is the common seasonal flu and the swine flu. The flu is an acute respiratory infection that is caused by flu viruses. The flu is very contagious and is spread when inhaling infected flu drops from the air. The symptoms of the swine flu are typically similar to those of the seasonal flu. If you have a chronic medical condition, it is important to know the symptoms of the flu so that you can seek treatment as soon as possible. Flu symptoms for the seasonal flu normally start in the fall and carry on to the spring. There is an initial outbreak of school aged kids that get sick with it. The difference in the symptoms of the flu and the common cold is that flu symptoms come on sudden no matter which flu it is. It typically starts with an onset of fever. The fever can go from a low grade fever to a moderately high one of 104 degrees accompanied with uncontrollable shivering within a matter of hours if treatment is not sought. You will experience mild to moderate and sometimes severe aches and pains in the muscles and joints as well as around the eyes. The body will become weak and tired and movement will almost feel impossible. Due to the fever, your skin will become flushed and red and look ill appeared with watery eyes. The fever can cause headaches that can feel like migraines and a sharp pounding behind the eyes. Coughing and sneezing make this feeling worse. There will be a dry rough cough that makes your lungs feel as if they are going to collapse. From the excess coughing, your throat will become sore. You will also have watery eyes as well as a watery discharge from your nose. With the swine flu, the symptoms may be similar and can also include diarrhea and vomiting. These symptoms are somewhat more severe with the swine flu.
Does chocolate Ex-Lax give you flu like symptoms?
If you are talking about the "stomach flu" symptoms, then a laxative like that one could give you similar symptoms of stomach cramps and diarrhea that the stomach flu ("Norwalk Flu") causes. However, it should not be causing respiratory symptoms of influenza like the seasonal flu or swine flu cause unless you are having an unusual or allergic reaction to it. If you have any trouble breathing after taking a new medication, you should seek immediate medical attention to be sure you are not having a severe allergic reaction that could be life-threatening.
Do you have seasonal flu shots available If you do, how much do you charge?
Sometimes you can get seasonal flu shots for free. Lots of churches will have days when you can get them free.
If I test positive for the seasonal flu could I still have Swine Flu?
Possible but the viruses are very similar, if your body is already fighting seasonal flu chances are it will be more effective at combating swine flu anyway.
Is it safe to get both the seasonal flu shot and the H1N1-09 virus flu shot?
Yes. In fact, now the seasonal flu shots are combined with the H1N1 Virus flu shot, so you don't have to get two.
How to Recognize Swine Flu Symptoms?
In 2009, the swine flu pandemic had people in a panic with the uncertainty of their health. Scientists scrambled to quickly come up with an effective vaccine to combat the virus. The swine flu turned out to be milder than previous pandemics, but today's flu vaccine covers both seasonal and swine flu. 2011 has reports of two people infected with swine flu, though both were in contact with pigs shortly before contracting the virus. The contraction of swine flu is rare, but can be spread from pigs to humans, or humans to pigs. Swine flu symptoms do not appear much differently than seasonal flu symptoms at first. These include high fever, cough, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, body aches, chills, and fatigue. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that swine flu symptoms may vary slightly from seasonal flu. For instance, in the 2009 outbreak, Mexico reported that 30% of cases showed no fever, and Chile reported 50% of their cases had no fever. Most consider fever as a tell-tale sign of illness, and its absence could lead people to wait to go to the doctor for treatment. Pay attention to the symptoms. Swine flu can have severe symptoms like extreme fatigue or malaise. Vomiting and diarrhea is also more common in swine flu. If you show these symptoms, it is time for a visit to the doctor. Swine flu can be more serious than the seasonal flu because it is more likely to cause complications like pneumonia and respiratory problems. A rapid flu test can show whether the influenza A virus, or swine flu, is present. Antiviral drugs recommended by the CDC for treatment of influenza A virus are Oseltamivir or Zanamivir. Swine flu symptoms usually start to disappear within one to two weeks as long as complications do not arise. The elderly and those with chronic health problems such as asthma or heart problems could experience worsening of symptoms related to those conditions. It is important to take immediate action if you suspect you have swine flu. Take steps to prevent seasonal and swine flu with the vaccine or visit your doctor for more information on preventative measures.
