a form of infection , seasonal influenza, and caused by a family of viruses known as H1N1, has been named the swine flu this name because it was transmitted from pigs to humans, but after the development of the virus has become possible to be transmitted between humans without pigs having Like other types of seasonal influenza, the largest outbreak of the virus occurred in 2009, as the virus has spread in many countries causing many infections, which prompted the World Health Organization to declare a swine flu in August 2010, It is worthy of BA Reported that the virus that causes swine flu is transmitted like other strains of influenza; as coughThe patient or his sneeze may lead to the spread of viruses in the air, and the virus can remain on the surfaces for a long time, so the necessary prevention methods must be followed to avoid infection, and it is worth noting that the period that is contagious for swine flu begins one day before the symptoms of the disease appear and lasts for seven days, It may last longer in children for up to ten days. [1] [2] Volume 0% Swine flu symptoms Swine flu symptoms begin to appear within a short period of one to three days from the moment a person is infected, and the symptoms of seasonal influenza are very similar. These symptoms include the following: [3] Fever ( in English: Fever). Coughing. Sore throat. Runny or stuffy nose. Eye irritation and redness. Feeling pain in various parts of the body. Headache . Fatigue (English: Fatigue). diarrhea. Vomiting, feeling sick . Complications from swine flu Swine flu infection may be accompanied by the appearance of some serious health complications, including the following: [3] Chronic disease deterioration in the patient if present, such as asthma and heart disease. Pneumonia. Neurological signs and symptoms ranging from confusion and nerve attacks. Respiratory failure. Swine flu risk factors There are many groups that have a higher risk of swine flu and their risk is more dangerous to the patient's health, including the following: [2] [4] People over the age of 65. Children under five years of age. Children and adults who take aspirin in the long-term and are under the age of 19. One of the people infected with chronic diseases, such as sickness of diabetes , and asthma ( in English: Asthma), and heart disease ( in English: Heart Diseases), and diseases of the kidney ( in English: Kidney Diseases), and liver . Pregnant women, as well as miscarriages. People who suffer from weakness in the device 's immune because of eating immunosuppressive drugs or as a result of contracting one of the diseases that lead to a weakened immune syndrome , such as the lack of HIV ( in English: Acquired immune deficiency syndrome). People working in health care centers, such as hospitals and elderly care centers. People who are obese who have exceeded the body mass index (in English: 40). Swine flu prevention methods There are some methods and tips that can be followed to reduce the chance of getting swine flu, including: [3] Obtaining the seasonal influenza vaccine , as this vaccine contains the strain that causes swine flu. Staying home if you have the disease to prevent transmission of the disease to other people. Caring for body hygiene, as washing your hands regularly reduces the possibility of transmission, and it is recommended that you wash your hands with soap and water, and if not available, you can resort to an alcohol-based disinfectant. Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing to prevent the virus from spreading in the air and preventing it from spreading to surrounding surfaces. Avoid crowded places, especially by people who are at risk of contracting influenza, such as people with a chronic disease and the elderly, and they should avoid visiting places where pigs are present during the flu season. Reducing the chance of infection inside the home, in the event that one member of the household is exposed to swine flu, avoid direct contact with household members and assign one person to care for him to avoid spreading the infection. Swine flu treatment Swine flu can be treated in the same way as in the treatment of seasonal influenza , and this is by relieving and controlling symptoms, and this method of treatment is often sufficient in many cases, and some therapeutic drugs may be used in people with a respiratory disease, but it is worth noting To prevent the use of antibiotics in the event of swine flu, because it does not work in the event of infection with viruses, and the methods used in treatment can be summarized as follows: [4] [5] Antiviral drugs: Some antiviral drugs can be used, including Oseltamivir, and Zanamivir within one or two days of flu symptoms to relieve symptoms and reduce the incidence of complications. Pain relievers: can take medications palliative pain ( in English: Pain relievers) are sold without a prescription to relieve fatigue, fever, and pain associated with influenza, and these drugs Acetaminophen ( in English: Acetaminophen) and ibuprofen ( in English: Ibuprofen). Getting adequate rest: Sleep and rest help the immune system fight infection and disease. Increase fluid intake: Drinking water, juices, and soups helps prevent dehydration during illness.
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