Friday, August 21, 2009

Influenza A (H1N1) Vs Common flu

Influenza A (H1N1) Vs Common flu

The symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1) flu virus in people may be quite similar to the symptoms of common flu. It is important for us to understand the difference between common cold & Influenza A (H1N1) :

Symptoms Common Cold Influenza A (H1N1)
Fever Rare Characteristic, high (380 C) lasts 3-4 days
Headache Rare Prominent
General Ache Pains Usually Slight Often Severe
Fatigue Very Mild Can last up to 2-3 weeks
Extreme Exhaustion Never Early and Prominent
Running/Stuffy Nose Common Sometimes
Sneezing Usual Sometimes
Cough None/Mild Severe, without phlegm in the beginning
Sore Throat Common Sometimes
Chest Discomfort

Mild to moderate
hacking cough

Common: Can become severe
Severe Complication Never Can occur such as primary viral pneumonia

In case you sick with influenza-like symptoms, please seek help from doctors.

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