What is novel H1N1 (swine flu)?
Novel H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new flu virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first noticed in people in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spreading from person-to-person worldwide, probably in much the same way that usual seasonal influenza viruses spread. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) signaled that a pandemic of novel H1N1 flu was underway.
What are the symptoms of swine flu?
Although easy influenza-like illness (fever, cough or sore throat) has been reported in several cases, mild respiratory illness (nasal congestion, rhino rhea) without fever and occasional severe disease also has been reported. Other symptoms reported with swine influenza. A virus infection comprises of vomiting, diarrhea, malign, headache, chills, fatigue, and dyspnea. Conjunctivitis is rare, but has been reported. Severe disease (pneumonia, respiratory failure) and fatal outcomes have been reported with swine influenza a virus infection. The potential for exacerbation of underlying chronic medical conditions or invasive bacterial infection with swine influenza a virus infection must be considered.
Some precautionary why measures against Swine Flu?
1. Use a face mask whenever out,
2. Use a lot of alcohol sanitizes (dettol),
3. Have boiled water,
4. Wash your hands many times,
5. Avoid eating outside food,
6. Have a lot of lime (vitamin 'C'),
7. Keep your body warm &
8. Avoid public urinals.
Use "Nilgiri Oil" drops on handkerchiefs & masks as one of the preventive measures against swine flu... (Karvol capsul) available at chemist (NIV) National Institute of Virology. Mumbai help line no. for swine flu is 22029070, Kasturba hospital 02223083901.
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