Taking Care Of Your Flu

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Overview

  • Nobody enjoys the flu. The flu’s general symptoms of body aches, fever, and exhaustion can leave many restricted to bed rest till the symptoms fade away.
  • Flu symptoms will emerge between one to four days after attracting the infection. They often appear unexpectedly and can be quite serious. Fortunately, symptoms usually settle within one to two weeks.
  • There are two circumstances that could cause worry. Speak to your GP if flu symptoms carry on for more than two weeks, or if they vanish and then come back with worsened symptoms.
  • With some people, particularly those at high risk, the flu might develop into problems that are more severe. Swelling of the lungs (pneumonia) is the most widespread flu-related difficulty.
  • Pneumonia can be severe.
    Nobody enjoys the flu. The flu’s general symptoms of body aches, fever, and exhaustion can leave many restricted to bed rest till the symptoms fade away.
    Nobody enjoys the flu. The flu’s general symptoms of body aches, fever, and exhaustion can leave many restricted to bed rest till the symptoms fade away.

People at high risk of flu include those:

  • Below the age of 5 years
  • Females who are pregnant
  • Who are above the age of 65 and over
  • Individuals who have destabilized immune symptoms due to health disorders or the use of particular medications are also at a high risk.

Symptoms of Flu

The most widespread symptoms of the flu are:

  • High fever;
  • Exhaustion;
  • Muscle pain;
  • Loss of hunger;
  • Coughing;
  • Raw throat; and
  • Congested nose.

Flu Symptoms – Emergency Situations

When to phone your GP

Phone your GP as soon as possible if flu symptoms:

  • Deteriorate;
  • Persist for more than two weeks; and
  • Cause you to be anxious or concerned.

When Adults Should Get Emergency Assistance

Adults should look for urgent emergency treatment if they have any of the following symptoms:

  • Problem breathing.
  • Abdomen or chest pain or strain.
  • Light-headedness that is unexpected or severe.
  • Fainting.
  • Vomiting that is serious or regular.

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