High fever, headache, sore throat, muscle aches...
The baby may be "surprised" by influenza!
The latest "Summary of Influenza Epidemic Situation in China (as of June 19, 2022)" released by China's National Influenza Center shows:
This year's influenza is much more "violent" than the same period in previous years.
At present, the overall epidemic level of influenza in southern provinces (Guangdong, Fujian, Guangxi and other provinces) is close to the winter peak of last season (pictured). The positive rate of influenza virus detection in southern provinces continues to increase . Some provinces have entered the peak season in summer. influenza A (H3N2) subtype influenza virus is the main one.
Meanwhile, influenza activity in the northern provinces is at very low levels.
The sudden rise in the number of influenza cases in southern provinces has made many parents worried:
Will my child be infected? How to prevent influenza? Can drinking isatis root prevent influenza?
Why is the flu active in the South recently?
Different from the common cold , influenza is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza virus . It often breaks out suddenly and spreads rapidly.
The occurrence of influenza has a certain seasonality. In northern my country, influenza outbreaks occur mainly in winter and spring. However, in the south, due to the influence of temperature, humidity, etc., summer, winter and spring are the possible high-incidence periods for influenza.
People infected with influenza viruses can be divided into three types: A (A), B (B), and C (C). The H3N2 subtype of influenza A is one of the most common types of viruses that cause seasonal influenza in humans. is highly contagious and pathogenic, , and can easily lead to higher intensity and wider epidemics. Therefore, there is no seasonal abnormality in the southern influenza this time. The pathogen itself is also an "old acquaintance" of medical workers. So, don’t be too nervous.
Recently in Wuhan, the climate is hot and humid. Some children have reduced their activities and stay in air-conditioned rooms all day long. Some viruses are active in summer. If you are too greedy for coolness and the temperature difference between the air-conditioned room and the outdoors is large, children will be infected with the virus and their immunity will decrease, so they will easily get sick. Recently, many children with colds and fevers came to the Wuhan Children's Hospital for treatment.
NOTE: Using air conditioning ≠ getting sick! Proper use of air conditioning, regular ventilation in the room, keeping the indoor temperature above 26 degrees Celsius, and moderate outdoor exercise are beneficial to children's health.
Influenza loves to pick on and "bully"
Influenza is not a "big" cold, it is much more lethal.
Data show that there are about 3 million to 5 million severe influenza cases worldwide every year, and the mortality rate of severe influenza cases is about 10%. About 20% to 30% of children will be infected with seasonal influenza every year. In other words, almost 1 in 4 children will get the flu. Among them, html children aged 15 to 9 years old have the highest infection rate.
It is particularly important to remind children under html that children under the age of 15 are at a higher risk of severe illness after infection and are one of the main groups of influenza-related hospitalizations and deaths.
If a child has these symptoms, be alert to the possibility of influenza:
Fever
The onset of fever is acute and usually lasts for 3 to 5 days. The body temperature can be as high as 39 to 40°C. Cold intolerance, chills, cold hands and feet, headache, etc. may occur.
Sore throat
The baby may cry and refuse to eat.
Cough
Vomiting, diarrhea and other discomforts
Some children have gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Severely ill children will have symptoms such as unresponsiveness, drowsiness, and difficulty breathing. Several of the above symptoms may appear in children with influenza, but not necessarily at the same time. If your baby has a high fever that persists (more than 3 days), is listless, has muscle aches, or has no fever but has severe coughing, severe vomiting and diarrhea, or poor energy, he must seek medical attention in time.
Get vaccinated! Vaccination! Vaccination!
What can we do to protect our children from illness? The National Health Commission has issued notices many times clarifying that vaccination with influenza vaccine is the most effective way to prevent influenza virus infection . It can significantly reduce the risk of influenza and serious complications in vaccine recipients. When is the right time to type
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htmlEveryone 16 months of age or older should get a flu shot during the annual flu season. According to the "Guidelines on Influenza Vaccine Vaccination in China", vaccination with influenza vaccine 1 to 2 months before the peak of the influenza epidemic can more effectively exert the protective effect of the vaccine. Therefore, and October every year are the best times to vaccinate! If you don’t have time, you can get vaccinated throughout the flu season. No matter when your baby gets vaccinated, it will be better than not getting vaccinated at all.
Why do we need to fight every year?
First of all, after taking the flu vaccine, the antibody level produced will gradually decrease after 6 to 8 months. Secondly, influenza viruses mutate easily. This year is version 1.0, and it may be upgraded to version 2.0 next year. The annual influenza vaccine predicts possible virus strains based on past epidemic conditions, so the virus strains are not necessarily the same every year, and the serotypes are also different.
Does vaccination mean you have a "golden bell"?
The influenza vaccine is not effective in preventing the common cold, and it does not guarantee 100% freedom from influenza after vaccination. However, as the most effective prevention method at present, it can greatly reduce the chance of getting the flu. Even if you are infected, you can reduce the symptoms of the disease and reduce the probability of severe illness.
Don’t forget these protections
In addition to vaccination, maintaining good personal hygiene habits is an important means to prevent respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza. The main measures include:
Wash hands frequently and keep the environment clean and ventilated.
Ensure ventilation frequency (more than three times a day), no less than 15 minutes each time, pay attention to the temperature difference between indoor and outdoor when opening windows;
Do not get together.
During the influenza epidemic season, try to reduce activities in crowded places and avoid contact with respiratory tract infection patients;
enhance immunity.
Eat a balanced diet, exercise moderately, and get enough rest;
Maintain good respiratory hygiene habits.
When coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with your upper arm or a tissue or towel, wash your hands after coughing or sneezing, and try to avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth;
See a doctor promptly.
If you have flu-like symptoms, you should seek medical advice as soon as possible, especially children, the elderly and patients with chronic diseases.
In addition, anti-influenza virus drugsprevention is an important supplementary measure, but do not buy and take them by yourself, and must be taken under the guidance of a doctor.
Is it useful to drink isatis root and Chuanbei loquat paste ?
is invalid! invalid! invalid! Currently, the internationally recognized and recommended drugs for influenza are and oseltamivir .(Reminder: You are not allowed to take medicine by yourself. You need to follow the doctor’s advice after diagnosis) Don’t place your hope for treatment on the so-called magic medicine for cough. Exercise, improve your disease resistance, and take good protection at the same time. You will not get sick or suffer, isn’t it? Does it smell good?
Some mothers think: If you had the flu last year, you won’t suffer the flu again, and you can just lie down this year. Flu said, you think so, too! sky! real! I am not a person who gives up easily. If I succeed once, there may be a second time. So, be sure to take good care of yourself!
Some parents asked: What anti-inflammatory medicine can be taken to cure the flu? Before a doctor diagnoses the flu, parents should not think that their child’s fever, cough, or runny nose means respiratory inflammation, and they should quickly take antibiotics to “suppress it”.
The doctor tells you that antibiotics are of no use in treating influenza! ! No use! ! ! Only when a child experiences some specific changes in condition, such as a bacterial infection, the doctor will monitor the situation and use antibiotics as a combined treatment.
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Source: Wuhan Children's Hospital Wuhan Maternal and Child Health Hospital
