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This illness is referred as "Swine Flu" because the genes of this virus strain were found to be similar to influenza virus occurring in pigs in North...
About Influenza A
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An acute disease of respiratory system affecting pigs, caused by type A influenza virus (H1N1 subtype) is called as Swine Influenza...Complications
Spectrum of illness is not yet known completely for this novel influenza A infection. Complications are expected to be similar to seasonal influenza such as:
Exacerbation of underlying...
Diagnosis H1N1
Clinicians should suspect novel influenza A virus if an acute febrile respiratory illness or sepsis-like syndrome is presented. But, not all people with suspected novel influenza (H1N1)...
Influenza A Vaccine
Vaccines against swine influenza are available for preventing in pigs.There is no vaccine to prevent it in humans. Vaccine formulation is under research by CDC at present. Vaccine...Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms occurring in infected human by H1N1 are like any other flu symptoms.
Fever
Chills
Headache
Upper respiratory tract symptoms - cough, sore throat, rhinorrhea, shortness...
Swine Flu Treatment
Supportive Therapy:
Maintain Airway, Breathing and Circulation (ABC)
Maintain hydration, electrolyte balance and nutrition
Oxygen therapy is suggested if the patient presents...Your Child and Influenza A
One must be cautious to recognise symptoms of Flu A and know the steps to take for you or your family. You need to ensure that you have a thermometer to take your child’s...
