Autumn is perhaps the most active time of year to spread viral and infectious diseases. If you believe the predictions of doctors, this year we expect a normal seasonal flu, and it must be fully prepared to meet. But how to distinguish between the common cold from the flu? And what steps to take in either case?
The flu starts suddenly with a sharp rise in body temperature - up to 38 degrees and above. It is accompanied by chills and aching muscles. There is a severe headache, nasal congestion, dry cough, sore and watery eyes. Often, the flu begins in the guise of a cold, but is much heavier. We can say the flu "knocks down". During his illness reduced immunity, and this is particularly dangerous. Join other diseases. Of particular concern are not the flu, but caused them to complications. The most common - pneumonia.
The flu starts suddenly with a sharp rise in body temperature - up to 38 degrees and above. It is accompanied by chills and aching muscles. There is a severe headache, nasal congestion, dry cough, sore and watery eyes. Often, the flu begins in the guise of a cold, but is much heavier. We can say the flu "knocks down". During his illness reduced immunity, and this is particularly dangerous. Join other diseases. Of particular concern are not the flu, but caused them to complications. The most common - pneumonia.
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| How to distinguish a cold from the flu? |
Viral illness (ARI) comprises a group of infectious diseases affecting the upper respiratory tract. If the viral nature of the disease is not detected, are usually diagnosed with ARI (acute respiratory disease).
The most common causative agents of SARS include influenza viruses, parainfluenza, adenoviruses, rhinoviruses, etc. Since the main symptoms of these diseases are almost identical, in the home and acute respiratory disease SARS is often called the common cold.
Cold starts with catarrhal symptoms: itchy and sore throat, cough, runny nose. Strong fever, fatigue and malaise. The temperature is usually not very high.
Although the first symptoms are similar, their treatment is somewhat different.
At high temperature, 38.5 degrees, it is recommended to take fever-reducing medications. If the temperature is below 38 degrees, down its anti-inflammatory means it is not necessary. You can wipe the body with vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:1, and drink plenty of fluids. Drink tea with honey and raspberry, lemon, herbal teas, and a decoction of sage, cranberry and black currant fruit drinks, etc., take vitamins.
Most colds are people with weak immune systems. It would be nice to be vigilant in advance and prevent disease or at least weaken it over. Serve as a means of prevention, increase immunity (local doctor will give advice), vaccination, antiviral drugs and traditional medicines.
Better to get vaccinated in the autumn, because the beginning of winter, the flu is beginning to gain momentum. First of all, you need to be vaccinated persons over 65 and those who suffer from chronic heart, lung and kidney. The only contraindication - an allergy to chicken protein, in this case is suitable vaccine is imported. After inoculation the immunity acts 6-12 months, and so he developed a required eight days. By the way, and domestic and imported vaccines do well with protective functions, but our vaccine - for less.
And yet, should not be considered a panacea for influenza vaccination. Because of the variability of the virus vaccine manufacturers rarely make an exact match vaccine stamp epidemic. Especially pay attention to the children. Immunizations for children's unhealthy dangerous. It happens that the child is ill, but the disease has not outwardly apparent. Vaccination in this case will only hasten the disease and can cause harm.
In season, outbreaks of infectious diseases at least try to be in crowded places. Postpone visiting the cinema, reduce to a minimum of public transport. If possible, avoid contact with sick and wash your hands frequently with soap and water. The viruses are transmitted not only airborne but also by shaking hands, when using a common household items.
Medical mask helps to delay the penetration of infection into the body by airborne droplets. However, be aware that subtle synthetic mask (you can buy them at pharmacies) are effective for only two hours. It is desirable to be more effective five-layer bandage. It can make yourself at home, but do not forget to wash the mask daily soap.
Remember, with any illness should immediately seek medical attention. Do not self. It is dangerous to your health and that of others. A traditional medicine in both cases will benefit and will actively contribute to recovery.
The most common causative agents of SARS include influenza viruses, parainfluenza, adenoviruses, rhinoviruses, etc. Since the main symptoms of these diseases are almost identical, in the home and acute respiratory disease SARS is often called the common cold.
Cold starts with catarrhal symptoms: itchy and sore throat, cough, runny nose. Strong fever, fatigue and malaise. The temperature is usually not very high.
Although the first symptoms are similar, their treatment is somewhat different.
At high temperature, 38.5 degrees, it is recommended to take fever-reducing medications. If the temperature is below 38 degrees, down its anti-inflammatory means it is not necessary. You can wipe the body with vinegar and water in a ratio of 1:1, and drink plenty of fluids. Drink tea with honey and raspberry, lemon, herbal teas, and a decoction of sage, cranberry and black currant fruit drinks, etc., take vitamins.
Most colds are people with weak immune systems. It would be nice to be vigilant in advance and prevent disease or at least weaken it over. Serve as a means of prevention, increase immunity (local doctor will give advice), vaccination, antiviral drugs and traditional medicines.
Better to get vaccinated in the autumn, because the beginning of winter, the flu is beginning to gain momentum. First of all, you need to be vaccinated persons over 65 and those who suffer from chronic heart, lung and kidney. The only contraindication - an allergy to chicken protein, in this case is suitable vaccine is imported. After inoculation the immunity acts 6-12 months, and so he developed a required eight days. By the way, and domestic and imported vaccines do well with protective functions, but our vaccine - for less.
And yet, should not be considered a panacea for influenza vaccination. Because of the variability of the virus vaccine manufacturers rarely make an exact match vaccine stamp epidemic. Especially pay attention to the children. Immunizations for children's unhealthy dangerous. It happens that the child is ill, but the disease has not outwardly apparent. Vaccination in this case will only hasten the disease and can cause harm.
In season, outbreaks of infectious diseases at least try to be in crowded places. Postpone visiting the cinema, reduce to a minimum of public transport. If possible, avoid contact with sick and wash your hands frequently with soap and water. The viruses are transmitted not only airborne but also by shaking hands, when using a common household items.
Medical mask helps to delay the penetration of infection into the body by airborne droplets. However, be aware that subtle synthetic mask (you can buy them at pharmacies) are effective for only two hours. It is desirable to be more effective five-layer bandage. It can make yourself at home, but do not forget to wash the mask daily soap.
Remember, with any illness should immediately seek medical attention. Do not self. It is dangerous to your health and that of others. A traditional medicine in both cases will benefit and will actively contribute to recovery.
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