Influenza is called flu for short, is caused by influenza virus, mainly spreads through air droplets, and is a highly contagious acute respiratory infectious disease. Influenza has a fast onset, strong infectivity and high incidence rate.
Influenza symptoms are severe, with fever above 38°C, body aches and headaches, while respiratory symptoms such as cough and runny nose are mild. For the elderly, children, pregnant women and the infirm, influenza can easily lead to serious complications and even death.
If you are not sure whether you are infected with the flu virus, you can prepare some virus test kits at home to determine the flu medication.
Emergency points:
When you have flu symptoms, pay attention to rest, drink plenty of water, and open windows for ventilation.
Influenza patients should share meals with their families.
The nose blowing paper and spit paper of the flu patient should be wrapped and thrown into a covered trash can, or directly thrown into the toilet and flushed with water.
Influenza patients should live in separate rooms with their family members (especially the elderly and children).
When influenza occurs, try to avoid going out for activities; do not go to shopping malls, theaters and other public places; when you have to go out, you should wear a mask.
Severely ill patients should be treated in isolation in hospitals.
Expert Tips:
1. Regardless of the reason, if the body continues to have a fever, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible.
2. To maintain indoor air circulation, even in winter, open the windows for ventilation more than 3 times a day, at least 10-15 minutes each time. Air conditioning equipment should regularly clean the air filter.
3. Do not spit anywhere, and cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough.
4. Get regular flu shots.