Of all acute respiratory infections, influenza is the most well-known to humanity. The word "influenza" is French and means "to engulf, to attack." It is hardly possible to find a person who has not heard about this disease or has not experienced the effects of the influenza virus. Flu has a variety of symptoms. From the moment of infection to the onset of the disease, it takes from several hours to 1-2 days. The disease begins with chills, a sudden increase in temperature to 38-40˚, the appearance of a headache, a feeling of weakness, muscle pain, and loss of appetite. Such a patient is drowsy, apathetic, and shows increased sensitivity to noise and light. At the same time, symptoms of damage to the mucous membranes of the upper and lower respiratory tract develop: runny nose, accompanied by sneezing and mucus, sometimes bleeding from the nose, inflammation of the pharynx and tonsils, cough, increased breathing. If you experience such signs, you should consult a doctor. The fight against influenza and other colds remains one of the most importanthello doctors. This is due to the prevalence of diseases, the ease of transmission of infection by airborne droplets, the natural susceptibility of humans, the short duration of immunity, and the variability of viruses. However, despite all this, the fight against colds can be successful, and it largely depends on you. Hardening, properly organized nutrition, quitting smoking and dressing according to the season are simple rules for the prevention of acute respiratory infections and flu. By taking care of yourself, you take care of others too!
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