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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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Which has worst side effects the flu or the flu vaccine?
The flu. One of the side affects of flu can be death.
If your antibodies protect you from disease then why do you keep getting colds?
The cold viruses mutate and change their proteins on their outer coats very easily, rapidly, and often. So if this mutation is not significant enough to bypass our previously developed antibodies, we may not get that same cold virus or a very similar one again, or you may have only a mild type of infection. But the changes often are significant enough for our immune systems to be unable to identify them as the same or similar pathogens, and then we have to undergo the full infectious process and immune response to build new antibodies to match the new antigen (mutated virus).
Why penicillin is not effective against common cold?
The common cold is a virus. Viruses have to run its complete life cycle. Penicillin is an antibiotic, used to rid the body's system of bacteria.
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Probably until the person who had the virus is cured. But you never know how long bacteria can last.
Why wont previous exposure to the flu prvent subsequent infection?
The 'flu' is a virus, and viruses mutate readily. Unless the same flu makes its way around again, or a fairly similar strain to a previous encounter you've had through exposure or vaccine, you will have little defense.
What are the most effective promotional tools for musicians?
The most effective tools are going to be the social tools like Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and YouTube that allow you to build a fan base. However, for these tools to work you will have to make sure you actively engaging your fans. There are many other tools out there, but in this new marketing age FREE and personal is the name of the game. Here is a tool that achieves this wonderfully.
I came across MiCardz.com, these are music trading cards but more importantly it's something that you give to your fans. This autograph friendly card is full of fun facts about the artist and features a snapshot of the artist's music resume. The coolest thing about it is it's QR barcode which when scanned downloads a free mp3 to your smart phone. Fans can then set it as a ring tones or follow the instructions on the trading card to the artist web page where they can download their free gift. When the fan gets to the website they are able to link to all the artist social site. The artist site also features an extended twitter feed which can be used to keep fans up to date with your latest developments.
Can i take a mitazipine 30mg tablet and 2 cold and flu capsules at same time just before bedtime?
Although there are no listed drug interactions between mirtazapine and cold and flu medication, it's best to space out your medication dosages when mixing medications. Cold and flu medications vary in ingredients so it's best to contact a local pharmacy to be sure about side effects when mixing medications.
Can a breastfeeding baby get sick from mom's milk?
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How is H1N1 diagnosed and how long does it take to get results?
The swine flu is diagnosed by taking a flu swab from both nostrils. I work in a busy ER and the most common and accurate method seems to be a Nasal wash. A few drops of saline are put in both nostrils and suctioned out. This is then sent to lab and a person is diagnosed with either Influenza A or B or is negative.
Technically not everyone who tests positive for influenza is being checked for the swine flu, but either Influenza A or B. The CDC has a random sampling rule for deciding which positive flu washes or swabs are sent for confirmation.
I am not sure of the percentages but I believe that approximately 80% of Influenza A is the Swine Flu.
My guess is that the CDC is just including all of those who test positive as having the Swine flu.
Should you eat before a flu shot?
It does not matter, eating before or after a flu shot should have no effect on any results of immunity and there is no common gastrointestinal effect from the vaccinations that would cause nausea or vomiting or other GI symptoms. Keeping your body well hydrated by drinking water will help you feel better during the immune response.
How does excessive mucous swallowing affect health?
The body does not digest mucous so it has little effect on the body except constant regurgitation of the mucous which may stress the digestive system.
You just got over the flu how do I make my body strong again?
Be sure to first not allow yourself to get sick again by keeping yourself clean, especially bywashing your hands. Drink lots of water, which is always a good idea. Eat good solid meals throughout the day with a special focus on good hearty breakfasts. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day because it does one very important thing for your body. It sets your metabolism for the day, so if you eat a good meal your body will not only be able to process and prepare energy for the day's work but will also set you up to be able to enjoy a good lunch and dinner later on. Be sure to also get enough sleep. If you are a teenager or younger you should be fine on 8 or 9 hours of sleep. If you are in your twenties or older then 8 to 7 will be good. Sleep does so much for your body that depriving yourself of it is extremely unhealthy. You brain reorganizes, your bodies cells restock and do repairs, and your whole system just gets a real good overhaul each time you get yourself a good nights sleep. And always dress for the weather. Don't let yourself get cold or overheated. Both these problems will weaken the immune system.
How does being cold lower your immune system?
No. There is a long-held old belief that being cold can cause infectious illnesses like the cold and flu and/or can "lower your immune system". This belief began before people knew what caused the colds and flu. Once germs were identified as the cause, any of the prior thoughts on what caused colds, flu, and pneumonia did not immediately go away, and many people still cling to those beliefs, even today.
Science has disproved this with double blind studies and we now know that these illnesses are not caused by cold weather or by being cold. That is coincidental since the cold and flu season is in fall and winter in the Northern Hemisphere and people made that connection when there really was no association. See the related question below about why the flu has a season if it has nothing to do with the temperature (hint: it is the humidity).
There are some studies that have indicated that the immune system response and activity can be negatively impacted by hypothermia. This may be true, however, it is often misunderstood what hypothermia is in medical terminology. That means that the core body temperature has gone well below the normal and your body systems and organs will begin to fail when that happens, including the immune system. The core temperature must be reduced significantly for this to happen, however, which is not easily done. Our bodies are extremely efficient in keeping our core body temperatures stable as that is a requirement for proper physiology of the human body.
Hypothermia is not just being cold or in the cold. It takes long term exposure to extreme low temperatures or immersion in cold water to take the core body temperature down to a hypothermic state. This would usually only occur well after extreme exposure situations with peripheral body parts frostbitten and damaged. We are not talking about just going out without a coat on or being chilled.
So, the answer to the question is no. See the related questions below for more details.
Does hyperthyroidism cause flu like body pain?
Hi,
Yes it does. My most irritating symptom is severe back and neck pain. Other symptoms are sweating, racing heart, hand tremors , diarrhea and fatigue. I knew that it was not the flu because of the irregular heart beat and the hand tremors, but for me the pain was very bothersome until I was treated for the hyperthyroidism. Hope that helps.
What is thick brown nasal mucus?
If you're not coughing this up too, then this indicates a well-progressed nasal or sinus infection, possibly with some occult blood in the mucous, giving it that tobacco color. This, being an infection, is beyond the realm of over-the-counter nasal sprays, although flushing with saline might not hurt. Consider seeing a doctor for antibiotics.
Does Alaska have any Swine Flu cases?
There have been people in every state of the US that have had H1N1/09 swine flu. There have also been cases in every country of the world in the 2009 pandemic.
There may still be some isolated cases or outbreaks in limited locations around the world right now, including in Alaska. However, the specifics and counts of cases are no longer being tracked by CDC, WHO, and most US states now that the pandemic has been declared over. Influenza cases are monitored, but specific H1N1/09 counts aren't available separately from other influenza reporting any longer.
What is the average salary of a certified nurse assistant in Kentucky?
CNA/STNA salaries usually vary greatly by location. I live in Ohio. When I worked in Zanesville (60+ miles from the capital city) I made jut over 7.00 an hour. When I worked in Columbus (the capital city) I made 13.00 an hour, and when I moved to Newark (30ish miles from the capital city) I started out at 9.00 + 10 cents per year of experience.
Some companies are starting to offer small sign on bonuses for experience.
Should you stay out of work while you have cold symptoms?
yes you should, because you never know what it is you have, you could have the swine flu and it is very important that you don't spread it on to others, it is also very important while you are out in public wash your hands frequently and do not rub your eyes nose or mouth, also remember to get your h1n1 vaccination.
