Understanding Influenza

In this season many got infected influenza. Just like my 10months old baby who were discharged from the hospital yesterday after being  attacked with this so called Influenza virus. It is better to understand what really influenza is. Influenza is a viral infection that affects the nose, throat, bronchi and occasionally, lungs. The infections last for about a week. Symptoms include high fever, aching muscles, headache, cough, runny nose, and sore throat. Children below 5 years and the elderly (above 65 years) are at a greater risk. People with chronic lung or heart disease, diabetes and pregnant women in their third trimester are also potential victims of flu-related complications. Influenza leads to broncho-constriction, increase in asthma and prolonged decline in lung functions in asthmatic children. It’s also a common cause of hospitalization for such children. Global studies show that if those at high risk are vaccinated against flue before the flu season (October-March) begins, the infection is less likely to be fatal. Vaccines are the most effective medical intervention against flu.?

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