Swine Flu
Swine flu - mild cough and rising temperature are its symptoms.
Swine flu is a disease caused by the seasonal flu virus. The risk of getting this flu in winter season is doubled.
Since last year, till now only 400 people have been affected by swine flu in Delhi. One of these incidents is that of Vartika Sinha (26) living in Delhi.
When the girl started coughing with mucus, she did not think that she could get swine flu. "I thought that this cough is happening due to this cold weather. I had no idea that my cough could be a sign of swine flu, ”said Vartika.
How do you check for swine flu?
"As the temperature drops and pollution increases, more and more people come to us with swine flu ke lakshan", says Dr. Mayank.Following the advice of her friend, the girl went to Dr. Mayank for an investigation. Dr. Mayank asked the first girl about her symptoms, after which she did a physical examination of the girl.
To cure cough and fever, Dr. gave him some medicines and where to rest well.
"If your fever returns even after eating this medicine, then come back to check immediately," says Dr. Mayank.
Unfortunately despite taking the medicine, the fever of the girl was returning again and again and the pain started in her body as well. After not much delay, she again went to Dr. Mayank.
Dr. Mayank took a sample of throat swab without delay and sent it for examination to find out if the virus was the cause of his illness.
"It is also called Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Test or Swine Flu Test."
The H1N1 virus was found in the girl's body, which is the main cause of swine flu.
What causes swine flu?
Swine flu is a respiratory infection caused by the H1N1 virus. This virus is mostly found in pigs, but sometimes it spreads to humans and spreads diseases.Dr. Mayank says - "The influenza virus that spread swine flu was first detected in humans in 2009. Because it is a very fast spreading disease, many people were caught that year. ”
H1N1 virus causes influenza-like symptoms in the body by contaminating the cells residing in human nose, throat and lungs. This virus can easily enter the body through your nose or mouth.
Swine flu symptoms?
People suffering from swine flu often face the following symptoms -
- Febrile
- Cold
- Cough and sore throat
- Runny nose
- Body or head ache
- Exhaustion
- Vomiting and vomiting
The initial symptoms of swine flu mostly appear within 1 to 3 days of the virus entering the body.
"But not all people suffering from swine flu will face all these symptoms."
After knowing the test results, Vartika asked, "What treatment should I adopt for swine flu?"
Swine flu is often not a fatal disease. This flu is more harmful for those who are in high risk category.
This is people
- Pregnant women especially those who are in their ninth month
- The elderly who are over 65
- Babies under five
- People who have chronic medical conditions such as asthma, emphysema, diabetes and heart disease
"Usually, people suffering from swine flu are given medicines only to get relief from the symptoms. If someone is suffering from chronic disease, they are given antivirals so that they get relief from the symptoms soon and no serious problems arise, ”Dr. Mayank explained.
Apart from medicines, you can get rid of swine flu by following the home remedies given below:
- Rest most of the time and let your immune system fight the disease
- Drink as much water and other liquids such as syrup to prevent dehydration.
- Take paracetamol in case of high fever and body ache
- You can also drink ginger tea and garlic juice to get relief from the symptoms of swine flu.
What are the remedies to avoid swine flu?
A week later, when the girl was feeling well, she again came to Dr. Mayank to investigate. Vartika asked, "Dr., this disease season comes every year." What treatment can we adopt to avoid this flu? "
"The risk of swine flu is most during the winter season, that's why you should take the most precautions this season."
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