Swine flu: Warning signs and symptoms, treatments, key precautions to avoid H1N1
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H1N1 is only one of the strains of influenza virus, which causes H1N1 flu, also commonly called “pig flu” as was originally found in pigs. This virus is quite contagious and spread between humans quickly and effectively, causing symptoms similar to ordinary human flu.
In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Vikram Vora, Medical Director, Indian subcontinent – SOS International, sharing, “Symptoms and signs of H1N1 flu warnings are very similar to ordinary human flu and caused by the growth of viruses in nasal cells, throat and lungs -lungs. This includes fever (with or without cold), sore throat, coughing, watery nose/stuffy nose, watering, headaches or severe, fatigue, nausea, vomiting and sometimes, diarrhea. Children sometimes have difficulty in breathing, chest pain, dehydration and rare, seizures. These symptoms improve within a few days after infection. “
Echoed the same thing, Dr. Kishor Sate, specialist emergency medicines in Hinduja and MRC hospitals in Mumbai said that warning signs to watch out for if someone had pig flu or H1N1 itching in the throat, nose running, nose, fever, body pain, body pain, Myalgia high -level fever, coughing with expectations and shortness of breath because they are some of the main symptoms. Add the list, Dr. Anant Pandhare, medical director at Dr. Hedgewar Hospital in Aurangabad Maharashtra, said, “Some of the most common symptoms are chills, fever, coughing, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, sore throat, body pain, nose running, running nose, running , running nose, breathing and O2 requirements in some cases that have comorbidities such as diabetes and hypertension. Severe symptoms of swine flu in young children and infants including dyspnea, apnea, tachypnea, dehydration etc. In some cases, acute respiratory failure can occur. “
While Dr. Kishor Sathe revealed that Oselatamivir is a drug to treat H1N1, Dr. Vikram Vora said, “Most infected people will only need supportive treatment, especially aimed at providing symptom assistance. Stay hydrated, taking fever and pain medicine and rest usually helps. There are antivirus drugs available that may be prescribed on the early days of infection to reduce the duration and severity of symptoms. “
He added, “Medicines such as oseltamivir are used but there is a possibility that the virus that is resistant to it is not used correctly. Hence, the usage must be medically direct and restricted to those at high risk for complications (Hospitalized/Institutionalized Patients, Pregnant Women, Young Children with Respiratory Illnesses, Adults with obesity or chronic diseases, ). “
Key precautions to avoid swine flu or H1N1:
Insisting that prevention is possible, Dr Vikram Vora asserted that it rests on the adoption of basic measures like:
1. Being informed – it is critical to rely on credible medical information for awareness, when it comes to infectious diseases
2. Covering the nose and mouth with a tissue when one coughs or sneezes. Be sure to dispose the tissue immediately after use, in a safe manner
3. Frequent handwashing with soap and water or use of hand sanitizers
4. Avoiding close contact with those who are obviously or suspected to be sick
5. Isolation to prevent spreading it to others
6. Most importantly, getting an annual influenza vaccine helps reduce the risk and severity of H1N1.
Dr. Kishor Sate suggested, “Avoid crowded and closed places; If you have symptoms, use a face mask. Don’t sneeze openly; If you don’t wear a mask then sneeze in your elbows. Save a healthy diet and keep your diabetes under control. “
According to Dr. Anant Pandhare, “Apart from the infectious and severity of this disease, there are several ways to prevent it. To prevent swine flu often wash your hands with soap or hand cleaners, do not touch your nose, mouth, and eyes because the virus can survive outside of any surface, stay at home and isolate yourself if you are sick and avoid big meetings during the flu. Pigs are season. “
Special precautions and care measures are needed specifically for children and parents:
Dr. Kishor Sate suggested, “Children are required to sleep well and a healthy diet. If they experience symptoms, do it by gargling and wearing masks, the same thing applies to parents too. “
Highlighting that children and parents are very vulnerable to developing influenza complications (regardless of whether it is caused by H1N1 or other flu virus strains), Dr. Vikram Vora shows, “Children, especially those suffering from other respiratory diseases may face exacerbations. Lung disease when infected with H1N1, manifests as chest pain, fever and rarely seizures. Elderly individuals can also develop complications and must be protected. “
1. Keeping them away from other sick or apparently sick individuals
2. Initiation of prompt treatment under competent medical supervision
3. Avoidance of aspirin (in children and adolescents) for pain and fever relief
4. Yearly administration of Influenza vaccine to young children and the elderly
H1N1 is only one of the strains of influenza virus, which causes H1N1 flu, also commonly called “pig flu” as was originally found in pigs. This virus is quite contagious and spread between humans quickly and effectively, causing symptoms similar to ordinary human flu. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Vikram Vora, Medical Director,…