PATIENT INFORMATION

Influenza

What is Influenza ❓

 Also known as the “flu”,

A respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus family

Usually spread via an infected person coughing and sneezing 🦠


What are the Symptoms of Influenza ❓

 Fever 🥵

Generalised aches/pains

 Tiredness 💤

Cough

 Sore throat/runny nose

 Nausea/vomiting/diarrhoea 🤮


How do you Diagnose Influenza ❓

 Medical assessment

 Complicated cases may need nose/throat swab testing 🧫


How do you Treat Influenza ❓

 Self-care: rest, drink adequate water 🥛

 Paracetamol/ibuprofen

 Anti-viral drugs in severe/complicated cases 💊

 Flu vaccines are available to help prevent infection 💉


Why should I Worry about Influenza ❓

 Admission to hospital may be required

 Rarely, cases can lead to pneumonia & sometimes even death


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