As persons may know the H1N1 virus is in Trinidad. The spread of this virus is worse than we think. Ask around and you will know someone who has it or someone who knows someone who has it. And there have been death. For little children signs of inactivity and stomach problems may be some of the signs - seek medical attention immediately.
What is Influenza A H1N1 (Swine Flu)?
The influenza A H1N1 virus is a new flu virus spreading among humans. The virus is highly contagious and causes respiratory illness that is similar to the seasonal influenza. Countries with cases of swine flu include Mexico, the Unites States, Canada, Germany (3), Israel, New Zealand, Spain and the United Kingdom among others.
Influenza A H1N1 is a new virus. Most persons do not have resistance and immunity to it. Anyone can get the swine flu, even healthy people, and serious problems from the flu can happen at any age. The flu also can make chronic health problems worse. For example, people with asthma may experience asthma attacks while they have the flu, and people with chronic congestive heart failure may have worsening of this condition.
What are the Signs and Symptoms of A H1N1 Flu in People?
Generally clinical symptoms are similar to seasonal influenza. Symptoms range from very mild illness or no symptoms at all, to severe pneumonia which can result in death.
Symptoms include:
Fever (High fever over 38°C/ 101 F)
Sore Throat
Runny Nose
Cough
Headaches and body pains
Fatigue and tiredness
Stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea,
also can occur.
Severe illness can include pneumonia, pain in chest when taking a breath, respiratory failure and death
In children emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Fast breathing or trouble breathing
Not drinking enough water or other fluids
Not waking up or not interacting
Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
Vomiting and diarrhea
Other conditions like diabetes or asthma that get worse
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
Sudden dizziness and confusion
Severe or persistent vomiting
What is Influenza A H1N1 (Swine Flu)?
The influenza A H1N1 virus is a new flu virus spreading among humans. The virus is highly contagious and causes respiratory illness that is similar to the seasonal influenza. Countries with cases of swine flu include Mexico, the Unites States, Canada, Germany (3), Israel, New Zealand, Spain and the United Kingdom among others.
Influenza A H1N1 is a new virus. Most persons do not have resistance and immunity to it. Anyone can get the swine flu, even healthy people, and serious problems from the flu can happen at any age. The flu also can make chronic health problems worse. For example, people with asthma may experience asthma attacks while they have the flu, and people with chronic congestive heart failure may have worsening of this condition.
What are the Signs and Symptoms of A H1N1 Flu in People?
Generally clinical symptoms are similar to seasonal influenza. Symptoms range from very mild illness or no symptoms at all, to severe pneumonia which can result in death.
Symptoms include:
Fever (High fever over 38°C/ 101 F)
Sore Throat
Runny Nose
Cough
Headaches and body pains
Fatigue and tiredness
Stomach symptoms, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea,
also can occur.
Severe illness can include pneumonia, pain in chest when taking a breath, respiratory failure and death
In children emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Fast breathing or trouble breathing
Not drinking enough water or other fluids
Not waking up or not interacting
Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
Vomiting and diarrhea
Other conditions like diabetes or asthma that get worse
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
Sudden dizziness and confusion
Severe or persistent vomiting
