For the last few months, swine flu has been wreaking havoc in Maharashtra, and the most affected city by this disease is Pune. According to the Health Department, this year, a total of 540 cases of swine flu have been reported in Pune alone, and about 36 people have died due to it. In the last few days, there has been such an increase in swine flu cases in Pune that it is now becoming difficult for patients to get beds in hospitals. Swine flu is also known as H1N1 flu. Its symptoms are like normal seasonal flu. But this problem can cause serious health problems in some people.
Let us know about H1N1 flu in detail.
What is H1N1 Flu?
According to the Mayo Clinic, H1N1 is a type of Influenza A virus. In 2009, the World Health Organization declared it an epidemic because this disease caused the death of millions of people. Know what the causes of this disease are.
Causes of H1N1 Flu
H1N1 Flu is a respiratory disease of pigs that is caused by the influenza virus.
Doctors consider swine flu to be a flu strain that can occur in people and spread with the seasonal flu virus. If a person is in contact with a person suffering from H1N1 flu, then he can also get this disease. People who are in contact with pigs are also at risk of getting this flu.
Symptoms of H1N1 Flu
The symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to those of other flu viruses. Its common symptoms are as follows:
- Fever
- Muscle pain
- Chills and sweating
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Nose that doesn’t stop flowing
- Red or watery eyes
- Eye and body pain
- Headache
- Fatigue and weakness
- Diarrhea
Usually, the symptoms of H1N1 flu appear one to four days after the patient comes in contact with the virus.
Treatment of H1N1 Flu
Healthy people suffering from this flu do not need any special medicine or treatment. If a person has this flu, then he should take care of these things:
- Take adequate rest.
- Consume fluids
- Take a healthy and light diet.
- Stay at home
In this situation, the patient can be given acetaminophen to reduce fever and pain. Doctors may also recommend antiviral medications, such as oseltamivir and zanamivir.
H1N1 flu prevention
The best way to prevent swine flu is to get a flu vaccine every year. This can prevent this flu. Other ways to prevent H1N1 flu are as follows:
- Whenever you sneeze or cough, cover your nose and mouth with a tissue; if a tissue is not available, use your elbow.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water.
- Avoid touching your nose, mouth, and eyes.
- Stay away from people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Do not share your personal belongings with other people.
This information is based on research. But if you are suffering from any physical problem, then definitely consult your health expert.
#ProtectYourself #Influenza #HealthTips #FluAwareness #H1N1Symptoms #VirusProtection #PreventInfection
