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SWINE FLU SYMPTOMS, PRECAUTION & TREATMENT

Treatment

People with the flu are advised to get plenty of rest, drink plenty of liquids, avoid using alcohol and tobacco and, if necessary, take medications such as paracetamol (acetaminophen) to relieve the fever and muscle aches associated with the flu.

However, the best way would be to get in touch with your doctor, who can help you get the right treatment.

Preventive medications are not advisable as it may lead to the development of resistance to the only known effective drug Tamiflu – the government of India has adequate stock of the drug.
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Swine Flu Symptoms

Swine Flu Symptoms vs. a Cold or Sinus Infection
It is important to keep in mind most children with a runny nose or cough will not have swine flu and will not have to see their pediatrician for swine flu testing.

This time of year, many other childhood conditions are common, including:

•spring allergies – runny nose, congestion, and cough
•common cold – runny nose, cough, and low grade fever
•sinus infections – lingering runny nose, cough, and fever
•strep throat – sore throat, fever, and a positive strep test Continue reading →

What is swine flu? What are its symptoms?

Symptoms:

The symptoms of swine flu are broadly the same as those of ordinary flu, but may be more severe and cause more serious complications.

The typical symptoms are:

Sudden fever (a high body temperature of over 38C or 100.4F) or a sudden cough.

Other symptoms may include:

– headache

– tiredness

– chills

– aching muscles

– limb or joint pain

– diarrhoea or stomach upset

– sore throat

– runny nose

– sneezing

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