In winter and spring, the air is dry and the temperature changes rapidly, which can easily lead to colds. At this time, our country has also entered the epidemic season of influenza. Influenza is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the influenza virus.
is different from the general cold. Influenza is onset and the symptoms are more serious. Some patients may experience complications such as pneumonia or worsen underlying diseases and develop into severe cases. Especially for high-risk groups such as the elderly, young children, obese, pregnant women and patients with chronic underlying diseases, influenza should be paid more attention to and prevented.
What are the symptoms of influenza?
Influenza is usually manifested as fever (up to 39~40°C), headache, myalgia and general discomfort, often accompanied by sore throat, dry cough, nasal congestion, runny nose, flushing face, etc.
Children usually have higher fever than adults. Newborns may only show drowsiness, milk refusal, apnea, etc. It should be noted that mild or ordinary types of new coronary pneumonia can also show symptoms such as fever, dry cough, sore throat, etc., which is not easy to distinguish from influenza. If there are the above symptoms, do not panic too much. If the symptoms continue or worsen, seek medical treatment in time [1].
What should I pay attention to if I have influenza?
If flu-like symptoms have occurred, keep room ventilated, wear a mask, rest well, drink more water, and avoid eating undiluted food . Most influenza is self-limiting. After 3 to 5 days of onset, the fever gradually subsides and the systemic symptoms improve, but coughing and physical strength often take a long time to recover. Drugs that relieve symptoms can be selected for symptomatic treatment [1], [2].
Maintaining personal hygiene
Maintaining good personal hygiene habits is an important means to prevent respiratory infectious diseases such as influenza. The main measures include: washing hands frequently, keeping the environment clean and ventilating, moving to crowded places less, and avoiding contact with respiratory infection patients; when coughing or sneezing, cover your mouth and nose with upper arms, tissues, towels, etc.; when you have flu-like symptoms, you should pay attention to rest and self-isolation, and wear a mask when going to public places or seeking medical treatment.
