All about swine influenza - H1N1

Before What is Influenza A (H1N1 novel)?

Swine Flu is a viral disease that has given people a new type of influenza virus A (H1N1 novel) has never been in circulation before. The new virus was detected in the United States in April 2009. The virus was a swine flu virus because it is genetically similar to viruses that usually cause flu in pigs (animals like pigs, boars, pigs).

According What are the symptoms of swine flu?

TheThe swine flu symptoms are similar to symptoms of flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Diarrhea and vomiting were reported in a number of people. Moreover, as seasonal influenza, swine flu can be serious and even fatal in some cases.

When third swine influenza is similar to seasonal flu, why are we so worried?

Seasonal flu occurs every yearbut many people have some immunity protects against falling ill. In addition, vaccines against seasonal influenza are available in many countries. The swine influenza virus on the other half is completely new for most of us have little or no immunity. As a result of this virus may spread rapidly and affect a much larger number of people than seasonal influenza. We do not have a vaccine Against swine flu.

Fourth When swine flucontagious?

Yes, the virus is contagious and spreads from person to person. But this time it is not known how the virus spreads easily among people. It seems contagious as seasonal flu is spreading rapidly, and especially young people (aged 10-45).

Fifth How the spread of swine influenza virus?

Swine flu spreads from person to person in the same way as seasonal flu. You can infect when you inhale the dropletsexpelled from an infected person when coughing or sneezing. As the droplets can contaminate hands and sold on other surfaces can also be infected by touching a contaminated surface and then touching the mouth or nose. So far, the virus of swine influenza has not seen the animals from pigs to humans or other.

Sixth I can influence eating pork from pigs or preparation?

No, swine influenza virus does not spread through food. Is it safe to eat properlyhandled and cured meats. The virus is killed by cooking meat temperatures of 160 ° F/70 ° C, the kitchen is often used.

Seventh How bad is the disease caused by swine flu?

The severity of the disease varies from mild symptoms to serious diseases that can lead to death a. A large percentage of people who are infected with the virus experience mild illness and recover without hospitalization or antiviral treatment. Care nursing home -Drink plenty of fluids and a painkiller, is sufficient in most cases. (Note: a non-aspirin pain medication is recommended for children and young adults because of the risk of Reye's syndrome).

8th Who is at risk of serious disease, swine flu?

Pregnant women with pre-approved medical conditions that increase the risk of influenza complications such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease and patients with weakened immune systems are more likely to experience the people serious illness of influenza infection. A notable difference compared with seasonal flu, swine flu, which has been aged a few cases and no deaths caused in people older than 64 years.

Ninth How can I protect myself against swine flu?

From now on a vaccine against swine influenza is not available. However, you can get to protect themselves by avoiding close contact (distance of about one meter, if possible) were infected, with peopleFlu-like symptoms> also possible. The following measures to protect:

Avoid crowded places / reduction in time spent in crowded places
Improve ventilation by opening windows in the house
Avoid touching your mouth and nose
Clean your hands thoroughly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand rub several times a day (especially when touching potentially contaminated surfaces)
Maintain good general health, sleep, enough food, nutritious andStay in motion

10th How do I know if my flu swine flu might be?

It is not possible to distinguish the flu from flu without a doctor and laboratory tests. If you live in an area of influence affected and have similar symptoms as the flu such as fever, cough, headache, muscle aches, sore throat and runny nose, you should be concerned, all the measures recommended for influenza. Only your doctor orMedical Center may have a confirmed diagnosis of influenza virus.

11 What should I do to prevent the spread of those around me?

If you experience flu symptoms:

Staying at home, not go to offices, schools, markets, and social events
Tell friends and family about your condition and try to avoid contact with other people
Get rest and drink plenty
Cover nose and mouth when coughing orSneeze
If you use the fabric, be sure to carefully dispose of them. Clean your hands immediately after cleaning with soap and water or with a hand rub containing alcohol.
If you do not have a tissue when coughing or sneezing near, cover your mouth as possible with the elbow.
Use a mask when around others
If possible, consult a doctor first to discuss a health facility, if a medical examinationnecessary

12 ° I prevent or treat influenza viral fever?

No, should not take antiviral medicines if prescribed by your doctor. Also avoid buying antiviral drugs on the Internet.

13 Should I stop breastfeeding if I think I could have the swine flu?

No, it is necessary to continue breastfeeding if your doctor tells you to stop. Breastfeeding education should protect your child from getting infected from sharingmaternal antibodies and immune system booster.

14A and 'OK to go to work / school if I have the flu?

No, you should stay home if you have the flu symptoms. This is important to protect your friends and colleagues wrong.

15th Can I travel when I have the flu?

If you have flu symptoms, you should not travel. If you do not feel well but can not do without travel or contact with others, cover your mouth andNose. We recommend using a mask in such a situation. If the land you are interested in coming back from a flu and flu-like symptoms develop, contact your doctor or nurse.

16th I have to avoid the influence of the countries affected?

Some health departments have informed the public about the flu to avoid unnecessary travel to affected countries. But the WHO does not recommend travel restrictions on international travel for business or pleasuresignificantly impede human and hours with little impact on the spread of the virus.

17th WHO declared pandemic influenza virus. What does this mean?

A pandemic is an infectious disease that is in a large region or even worldwide. If a disease, a declared pandemic, means that it spreads very rapidly throughout the world. When the WHO said swine influenza virus pandemic, influenza had been reported from 70Countries and cases were in various parts of the world occurs.

18th What is the treatment of swine flu?

This is in response to the antiviral drug oseltamivir or zanamivir influence two. These prescription drugs, the influence to stop the virus from reproducing in your body. Antiviral drugs can make your illness milder and you feel better faster. You can also prevent serious flu complications.

As for the 19th time the virus stay aliveon surfaces like doorknobs and tables?

Studies have shown that influenza virus can survive on surfaces and the environment, a person for up to 2-8 hours after infection deposited on the surface.

20th What is the incubation period of swine flu?

The incubation period is the period between the entry of the infection in the body of onset of symptoms. The incubation period for influenza is unknown, but could range days 1-7, and 1-4 moreDays.

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