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  1. Flu

    Also known as: influenza
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    Symptoms
    Contact your provider if experiencing new, severe, or persistent symptoms.

    The symptoms include:

    • Fever
    • Malaise
    • Headache
    • Runny nose
    • Sneezing
    • Reduced sense of smell
    • Metallic taste in mouth
    • Chills
    • Cough
    • Body pain or muscle pain
    • Sore throat

    Causes

    • Flu is caused by influenza virus of Class A, B and C. Flu spreads directly or indirectly from airborne droplets produced during sneezing or coughing.
    • Elderly people over 65 years of age are at a higher risk of infection. The others inlcude:
    • Adults suffering from respiratory problems such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
    • With chronic medical conditions such as diabetes, cancer
    • With poor immune system

    Prevention

    • Vaccine/flu shot- A flu vaccine contains three influenza viruses: influenza (H3N2) virus, influenza (H1N2) virus and one B virus.
    • Make sure to wash hands regularly with soap and warm water.
    • Clean surfaces such as keyboard, telephone and door handles regularly to get rid of the germs.
    • Use tissues to cover the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

    Complications

    If untreated, complications may inlcude:

    • Sinus infection
    • Pneumonia
    • Ear infection
    • Myocarditis
    • Encephalitis
    • Myositis
    • Kidney failure

    Source: Focus Medica . For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Learn more
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  3. WebMD
    https://www.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/adult-flu-symptoms

    Flu Symptoms: Common Signs, Treatments, and Complications

  4. Healthline
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    Try These 12 Tips for Fast Flu Recovery - Healthline

  5. Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/flu/...

    Influenza (flu) - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic