Swine Flu

Swine Flu H1N1 : 

Swine Flu H1N1

Topics : 

Topics What is Swine Flue How it spreads Signs and symptoms Prevention Warning signs Treatment Vaccination

What is swine flu? : 

What is swine flu? Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by Type A influenza viruses. Swine flu viruses have been reported to spread from person-to-person, but in the past, this transmission was limited and not sustained beyond three people.

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Spread of this swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is thought to be happening in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing of people with influenza. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something with live flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose. How does swine flu spread?

Signs and symptoms : 

Signs and symptoms The symptoms of swine flu in people are similar to the symptoms of regular human flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting associated with swine flu. In the past, severe illness (pneumonia and respiratory failure) and deaths have been reported with swine flu infection in people.

Prevention : 

Prevention Cover nose and mouth with a tissue. Throw the tissue in the trash after use. Wash hands often with soap and water, especially after cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth. The virus can spread this way. Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention : : 

Emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention : Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen Sudden dizziness Confusion Severe or persistent vomiting

Treatment : 

Treatment The US CDC recommends the use of Oseltamivir (Tamiflu®) Zanamivir (Relenza®) for the treatment and/or prevention of infection with these swine influenza viruses. Antiviral drugs can make illness milder and make feel better faster. These may also prevent serious flu complications.

Vaccination : 

Vaccination US FDA approved two types of vaccines TIV (flu shot (injection) of Trivalent  Inactivated (killed) Vaccine) 2. LAIV (nasal spray of  Live  Attenuated  Influenza Vaccine.) LAIV is not recommended for individuals under age 2 or over age 50

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