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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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What kind of throat infection does Cipro treat?
Bacterial infections are treated with the antibiotic Cipro (ciprofloxacin).
no usually once you pass the flu to one member in the family it does not keep going around. if you get it again which may not happen once you have had it it will most likely be from a stranger or someone not in your close family
Yes, probably. You should contact the health care professional who gave you the Tamiflu order and see if they recommend that you get the vaccination when it becomes available. It won't hurt to take it even if you were exposed to the virus already, and it would be better safe than sorry.
There is a chance that if your family member had confirmed A-H1N1/09 influenza and you were in direct contact with them while they were sick, you may have acquired immunity from that exposure. The Tamiflu is not the same as a vaccination and it does not prevent infection with a virus unless you get it at just the right time, usually it is given to lessen the symptoms and speed the recovery when you do contract the disease.
What illness includes mild fever chill coughing flu diarrhea headache?
It could be many things, even pneumonia, so the symptoms should not be ignored, especially if the fever gets more intense, contact your medical professional for proper diagnosis in your case. But commonly it would be what is called the Norwalk Flu, "stomach flu" or gastroenteritis. Calling it a "flu" is a misnomer since "flu stands" for influenza and that is a disease of the respiratory tract only.
The "Norwalk Flu" and "Stomach flu" are just common names given to viral gastroenteritis or similar intestinal/bowel infections. These are usually caused by a norovirus (hence the nickname "Norwalk Flu").
Another illness with similar symptoms you describe is the seasonal influenza or swine flu that can sometimes cause diarrhea along with the respiratory symptoms but that is not typical of the influenza viruses.
Why does your voice become rough when you get an infection in the throat?
Our organs for the voice are vocal cords, nasal cavities, lips and tongue. When we are suffering from a bad cold, these organs change in shape and size. Their functions are distorted so they give us changes in our voice.
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What are the tall-tell flu symptoms that I should be wary of?
The tall-tell flu symptoms that someone contracts can start with the average cold and fever. This will lead to other symptoms such as heavy vomitting, higher fever, fatigue, and chronic bronchitis.
Why is the influenza vaccine not free?
In the US the vaccine for the H1N1/09 pandemic swine flu was provided free from the US government. However, if you had a private provider (doctor, hospital, pharmacy, etc.) administer your vaccination instead of a public health professional from the local or state government, then you may have been charged for their administration of the vaccine. The seasonal flu vaccine is usually either paid by insurance with preventive and wellness coverage, or charged to the individual directly.
Can you get a flu shot while taking Lisinopril?
There are no known drug interactions between the flu vaccine and other medications according to the manufacturers package inserts. Anti-hypertensives in combination with the flu vaccine should not be a problem, however, if you are taking Lisinopril for treatment after a recent heart attack, check with your cardiologist first to be sure your body is ready for vaccines. Tell the clinician who is preparing the vaccination for you just to be double sure.
What are the smallest and simplest pathogens that cause colds?
The cold is caused only by viruses, they are sub-microscopic sized organisms measured in nanometers.
Does a cold require medical clearance when working with food?
Yes. You should consult your doctor for clearance. The virus, which causes cold in one person can kill other people.
How can I avoid getting the flu when my brother has it?
By not going too close and frequent hand washing on both parts. See also the related questions below.
How many flu viruses are in a nanometer?
Viruses vary in size. They are much smaller than bacteria and require an electron microscope to see them. A single flu virus particle, when measured, has a diameter of 10 to 300 nanometers. The nanometer is equal to one billionth of a meter, or one millionth of a millimeter.
They are about 1/100th the size of bacteria.
That refers to Type A influenza viruses that are common with our seasonal flu. There are two flu types that humans get: Type A and Type B. The flu vaccine contains some of both types to prevent infections from them. All of the flu pandemics we have had over history have been caused by Type A flu viruses, they are typically very easily transmitted from person to person. Don't forget to get a flu shot ASAP now that it is October - the start of the Northern Hemisphere flu season.
What strand of avian influenza is strong?
Both of the two strains known to infect humans, H5N1 and H7N9 are very strong. H5N1 kills approximately 50 - 60% of humans infected. The mortality rate of H7N9 is unknown since it was only first discovered in humans at Easter time in 2013.
Nasal congestion relief for a toddler?
Try using a humidifier in their room while they sleep to ease congestion. VapoRub can also help. Use a suction to get snot out of their nose to open the airway.
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What is the name of what normally comes out from the mouth when you cough?
It is called sputum if it is coming from the lungs or bronchial tubes.
Why do people say oink oink when they have swine flu?
because a swine is a pig and pigs go oink oink. Also that were the virus started, pigs passed it on to humans.
What was different about the s bacteria and the r bacteria?
the conversion of R forms of one type into S forms of a different type
What doctor should I see for paroxysmal hemicrania?
A neurologist is the primary consultant for PH treatment. An ophthalmologist is also important to evaluate any eye disorders such as glaucoma.
Do you have a stomach virus or a stomach bacteria?
I'm certain I have lots of bacteria in my stomach; I probably have a significant number of viruses there as well.
The term "stomach whatever" is sometimes colloquially used to mean "an illness that makes someone throw up". It's completely unscientific anyway and almost certainly not based on an actual medical diagnosis, so worrying about which is the correct term is kind of pointless.
Does the US government give free flu shots?
The A-H1N1/09 "Swine Flu" shots and nasal spray are being provided by the US government without charge. If the vaccination is being given by a private provider (your doctor, at a clinic, a pharmacy, etc.), they may charge a fee for administration of the vaccination, but they will not charge for the vaccine medication itself.
Seasonal flu vaccinations are not provided by the US government for free and the recipient, if not covered by insurance, would be responsible for the costs of the vaccine and any associated administration fees.
