Seasonal flu

What is influenza?

Influenza, also known as influenza, is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza A and influenza B viruses, and usually each year the strains of these viruses are different and in depending on this, complications and characteristic symptoms may vary.

Flu occurs most often in winter and early spring. The flu virus attacks the upper respiratory tract, but in more serious complications it can spread and affect the lower respiratory tract as well.

Flu Symptoms

Flu symptoms usually start suddenly and may include high fever, fever, headache, fatigue and weakness, muscle or body aches, dry cough, sore throat, and runny nose.

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A high temperature is usually one of the first and most obvious signs of the flu. It can reach up to 39-40 degrees and usually lasts from a few days to a week.

Fever, which often accompanies a high temperature, can be severe and cause clenching of the teeth.

The headache of the flu can be severe and involve the whole head. It is usually felt as a pressure or pain in the heights and forehead.

Fatigue and weakness are also typical flu symptoms and may persist even after other symptoms have disappeared.

Muscle or body aches are usually worst in the back, legs and arms. They can be quite intense and cause discomfort when moving.

A dry cough can be persistent and last long after other symptoms have disappeared.

Sore throat can be sharp and worsen with swallowing. Drooling is also a common symptom and may include a stuffy nose or copious discharge.

It is important to note that although these symptoms are typical of the flu, they can occur with other illnesses as well. Therefore, if you have symptoms that cause you discomfort, consult your personal doctor.

Treatment of seasonal flu

For flu, doctors usually prescribe antiviral drugs such as Relenza and Tamiflu, which help relieve symptoms.

But these preparations are more effective when you start taking them shortly after you get the flu.

In many cases, however, using home remedies is enough to relieve flu symptoms.

Drink plenty of fluids. The flu can dehydrate you, especially if you have diarrhea or vomiting, so make sure you’re drinking enough fluids.

The most suitable liquid is pure water, and it is recommended that it is not mineral.

It is also recommended for flu to drink fruit juices, teas and carbonated water. However, you should refrain from taking caffeinated drinks during the flu, because caffeine is a diuretic and you will worsen the condition by dehydrating yourself even more.

Herbal tea with honey will soothe your sore throat. If you feel nauseous try to drink water in small sips because if you drink it in larger sips you may vomit.

How to make sure you are drinking enough fluids? It’s just that the color of your urine should be pale yellow to almost colorless.

Should we drink alcohol when we have the flu? When we have the flu the last thing we would want to drink is alcohol because it has a narcotic effect and it makes you feel tired and the flu has a similar effect and so if we drink alcohol and have the flu we won’t be able to to get out of bed at all, because we will constantly be sleepy.

Drink warm chicken broths. For generations, caring parents have given their children warm chicken broth for colds and flu.

A recent study found that warm chicken broth relieves the symptoms of upper respiratory tract infections such as the flu.

When you bend over the bowl of warm chicken broth and the steam coming out of it will unclog your stuffy nose and make you feel better.

Having someone take care of you by making you warm chicken broth will take you back to when your mother took care of you when you were sick, and it will undoubtedly make you get better.

Breathe in warm, moist air to clear your stuffy nose and ease the pain in your sore throat.

It is a good idea to take a hot shower several times a day or simply run the shower and stay in the bathroom for a few minutes to inhale the steam.

Another idea is to use an air humidifier, but you must clean it regularly to prevent mold and mildew.

How to protect yourself from seasonal flu

Seasonal flu is a serious illness that can cause significant discomfort and potential health risks.

To deal effectively with it, it is important to follow the recommendations of health professionals.

At the first signs of flu, see a doctor and start treatment as soon as possible. Take prescribed medications and ensure adequate rest and hydration.

Avoid contact with other people to prevent the virus from spreading. Finally, remember that the best protection against the flu is vaccination.

Vaccines are updated every year to match current strains of flu, so it’s important to get vaccinated every year.

Remember that your health is in your hands – be informed, be careful and be responsible in the fight against the flu.