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Cold and Flu
Questions and answers about the "Common Cold"; symptoms in the upper respiratory tract like sneezing, scratchy throat, and runny nose, but adults don't typically have fevers. Colds are usually caused by the rhinovirus (up to 40% of colds), or Coronaviruses (about 20%), but there are more than 200 viruses that can cause the common cold. Also questions about the seasonal flu, also called "regular flu", caused mostly by Type A and Type B Influenza viruses. Flu starts with similar symptoms as a cold only it hits faster and harder and usually includes fever in adults. Although the "stomach flu" is a common term, it is not a real diagnosis. The proper medical term for stomach flu is gastroenteritis (an intestinal disease, sometimes viral but also bacterial), it is often mistaken for influenza because the flu can sometimes include vomiting and diarrhea.
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How many calories burnt per hour in rugby?
A 150 pound man will burn between 500 and 750 calories per hour in a rugby game. The amount depends on the exertion the individual applies.
What are the meanings of A - H - N - 1 - 09 in the A H1N1 09 flu name?
Background information about names of flu virus strains:
For background, H1N1 is the name used to identify several subtypes of flu viruses. A few of the influenza viruses that are in the group of Type A Influenza viruses are labeled that way or in similar ways.
These influenza A virus strains are categorized according to two proteins found on the surface of the virus: hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N). All influenza A viruses contain hemagglutinin and neuraminidase, but the structure of these proteins differ from strain to strain due to rapid genetic mutation in the viral genome.
Influenza A virus strains are assigned an H number and an N number based on which forms of these two proteins the strain contains. There are 16 H and 9 N subtypes known in birds, but only H 1, 2 and 3, and N 1 and 2 are commonly found in humans. There are also Influenza type B viruses.
Example Swine Flu:
An example is the new "Swine Flu" virus circulating in 2009, the "Influenza A, Novel H1N1/09" Virus. It evolved from a virus that started as a flu that only pigs could get, which is called H1N1, too. But that mutated to a strain that could also infrequently infect humans who were in very close contact with pigs, such as farmers who raised them. The new "Novel H1N1" virus was a further mutation that combined human, bird, and swine flu genes.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and World Health Organization call the pandemic 2009 "Swine Flu": Influenza A, Novel H1N1 Virus. You may also see it written as the "Novel H1N1 Influenza virus", or "Novel Influenza A, H1N1 virus", or "H1N1, formerly Swine Flu".
It has different names in other countries as well, for example: it is called Schweinegrippe in Germany, la Grippe A in France, Mexican Flu in the Netherlands, SOIV (Swine Origin Influenza Virus) in Canada, and la epidemia in Mexico.
The reason they call it "Novel" is that it is new. It is a strain not seen before. There are other strains of H1N1 influenza, but this one has different and new genetic material than the previously seen strains of Type A flu.
What A-H1N1 means:
"A" stands for the influenza sub-type or strain.
These Type A viruses have a protein coating that surrounds them, called a capsid. The surface proteins making up the capsid in these virus strains are Hemagglutinin and Neuraminidase. These surface proteins are the parts of a virus that can be changed when viruses mutate into new forms. This is how they change to be able to attack the cells of new hosts or in new ways in the same hosts. They are no longer recognized as viruses that the immunological system of the host has fought before, and that allows them to mutate to forms that can evade the body's defenses again at first.
In the naming convention of viruses, the protein classifications become part of the name as in H1N1; H for the Hemagglutininand N for the Neuraminidase. Hemagglutinin binds the virus to the cell it is infecting. Neuraminidase is an enzyme that lets the virus be released from the host carrier cell.
There are different subtypes of viruses using the H and N nomenclature, for example the H5N1 subtype is the Avian (Bird) Flu.
Can exhaust fumes give you a sore throat and heavy feeling in chest?
Exhaust fumes give me a really bad sore throat when im exposed to them in a closed area
Tiger Flu is a nickname for a nasty combination of Strep Throat and Influenza A. Sometimes, if you get sick with something like the Flu, your immune system becomes vulnerable and you can quickly contract other things like strep throat.
Tiger Flu is only a nickname for a combination of other illnesses. However, it is extremely painful and is described to be worse than the Flu itself.
What disease causes persistent cough with no fever?
There are quite a few, such as sarcoidosis, psitticosis, pthisis, asbestosis, allergies of various sorts, parasitical infestations, to name a few.
What can relieve your child's eye irritation due to flu?
There are many over the counter eye drops for eye irritation. Depending on the type of irritation, e.g., are they itchy, is there sticky or gummy residue on the lids, are they watery, are they dry, etc., you can choose the best type for the comfort of your child's symptoms. Take advantage of the free counseling that Pharmacists offer at the counter in the Pharmacy and give them a detailed description of what the irritation is like and they can guide you to be best choice of over the counter medications, or advise you if it would be better to see a doctor for the symptoms.
It is possible for people with viral infections to become more susceptible to some types of bacterial infections and if the symptoms indicate that could be the problem, you will need to see the doctor to get a prescription medication for the bacteria (one of the more tell-tale signs of this is a sticky, gooey discharge on the lashes and lids and very red eyes).
If the child has been having fever, be sure to keep them well hydrated, since dehydration can cause eyes to be overly dry and feel irritated. Then you would want to encourage lots of fluid intake and there are over the counter drops for dry eyes, too.
How many people may die in America by swine flu in 6 months?
I would say lots of people will die from it.
You had your flu shot when you went to see a doctor for cold and flu Is the flu shot effective?
Yes, flu vaccines will work. It is basically dead or weakened flu viruses that are injected into your body. When your immune system finds the viruses, it makes antibodies to kill them, and this develops an immunity to that specific type of flu.
If you are asking how long from the time you get the shot until your immunity is developed, then for healthy adults it is usually 2-3 weeks after the vaccination. Children under 10 need two vaccinations given a month apart because of their immature immune system functioning. Their full immunity will develop 2-4 weeks after the second vaccination.
Why are there 2 different vaccines for the Swine Flu?
there are two 2 differenct vaccines for the swine flu because people who are needles phobic prefer the nasal spray whereas everyone else would prefer the shot. I prefer the shot only because research it works better than the nasal, i would rather have pain and not the swine flu. wouldn't you?? (note this is my opinion ask your doc for more info.) hope this helps =]
The possible diagnoses for aches and chills is extensive. It can include infectious disease, rheumatic disease, an drug reactions, among others. See your health care provider, who can get more information to narrow the possible causes.
Russian flu is a lot like today's "avian flu" but spread through europe and to north america in the late 1800's. It took about 1 million lives, normally through pneumonia in the end.
It is unlikely that they have Avian Flu, but you must treat them as if they did. Do not touch them. To be safe from diseases, like bird flu, call your local Animal Control Department or Health Department first and ask them if there have been any cases of Avian Flu in birds in your area. Ask also about West Nile Virus and any other zoonotic diseases (diseases men get from animals) that might be known to be there. The Animal Control or health department people can tell you if this is common in your area, and if it is, they can test the birds to determine the cause of death so you know for sure.
Could they have flown into a window and broken their necks? They do it because they see the reflection of the trees and sky in the window and can't tell that there is glass there.
Do you have a cat? Cats will sometimes catch small animals and bring them home, this goes back to their instinct to provide food for the family and they can consider their humans as family. Usually, but not always, there will be tell tale signs that the animal has been attacked (missing feathers, broken wings, blood, etc.).
Whatever it may be, do not touch them at all and don't go near them without adults present if you are young. Avoid breathing in air that may be contaminated when close to or handling them even with gloves or a shovel, some diseases birds can carry are airborne.
Before you do anything, ask the officials how you should protect yourself and how you should dispose of the birds safely to protect others as well.
There is no specific "meaning", other than the fact that the bird was sick or died as a result of injury. But if you find several dead birds around your home, or if your neighbors find dead birds around their homes as well, then you need to contact your local health department to see if they are testing for West Nile Virus.
Can cellulitis make give you flu like symptoms?
Any infection can give you similar symptoms of the flu like fever, aches, headaches, weakness, malaise, and fatigue. Usually, however, the symptoms of cellulitis are much more localized to the area of the skin infected and once under treatment with antibiotics, these systemic symptoms are not likely to develop. If you have an infection like cellulitis and get some of the symptoms mentioned above, the infection may have spread to more areas of your body or be in your blood (septicemia). Contact your health care professional if that happens.
Tami flu is enough to treat H1N1 with no antibiotic?
H1N1 or Swine flu is a virus. Antibiotics will have NO effect whatsoever on a viral infection. Tamiflu should reduce the time you have symptoms by two days.
What characteristics do scientists use to group viruses?
Viruses can be grouped by their shape, the type of disease they cause, their life cycle, or the kind of genetic material they contain. And, the four main shapes of viruses are: Crystals, Spheres, Cylinders, and Spacecraft.
How do you get rid of a sharp sore throat?
by leaking sweet but the best way is to take some sore throat medicine like strepsils
Should you still have muscle aches 30 days after a flu shot?
Muscle aches from a flu vaccination usually last only a few days during the time period of the initial immune response and immunization development. Muscle aches that last as long as 30 days would likely be due to something else. It would be prudent to contact your health care professional for advice, and to determine if an exam is needed.
Pandemic Flu
Pandemic refers to contagious or infectious diseases that are usually worldwide or spread across several continents. Some examples of diseases that have caused past pandemics would be cholera, small pox, the bubonic plague, typhus, the Spanish flu, and the Asian flu.
Flu refers to influenza. Human influenza pandemics, such as the 2009 novel swine flu (A-H1N1/09) pandemic, are caused by the influenza virus subtypes of A-H1N1. A-H1N1/09 is the subtype that caused this recent swine flu pandemic. It was declared a pandemic on June 11, 2009 by WHO (World Health Organisation). A flu virus that becomes prevalent throughout the world (Apex)
Was there a bird flu going around?
There was a disease that was affecting humans called 'bird flu' that caused a scare a few years ago but is now extinct. it was called bird flu because it was mainly affecting birds
What should you feed someone with a cold or the flu?
Chocolate is the best. Its not like you would eat healthy stuff or anything! what did you think they would eat smart one! You should know this!
What are some of the key planning factors for pandemic influenzas?
Immunization programs and vaccine development.
Education of the public about the flu and prevention.
Reporting and tracking cases to monitor the spread.
How long are you contagious after stomach flu?
You may be contagious a few days after you have had the stomach flu. Normally the stomach flu runs its course in one to two days.
Is penicillian effective to treat colds and flue?
No. Penicillin is an antibiotic and does not help fight viral infections like colds or the flu. Tamiflu (an antiviral medication) may be prescribed if the flu is caught early enough.
