{"id":15,"date":"2020-02-21T18:36:56","date_gmt":"2020-02-21T18:36:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/?p=15"},"modified":"2020-03-05T16:31:31","modified_gmt":"2020-03-05T16:31:31","slug":"17-common-signs-and-symptoms-of-influenza","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/17-common-signs-and-symptoms-of-influenza\/","title":{"rendered":"17 Common Signs And Symptoms Of Influenza"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\nInfluenza,\notherwise commonly referred to as the flu, is a viral infection that\ncauses respiratory illness. It is also incredibly contagious,\nspreading through respiratory droplets in the air that normally come\nfrom an infected person sneezing, coughing or blowing their nose, or\npossibly even leaving the virus on an object such as a doorknob or\nvia a handshake. If you are exposed to these influenza-virus droplets\nand then touch your common mucous membranes like the eyes, nose or\nmouth, your chances of getting sick are highly increased. It is\nimportant to note that influenza, or the flu, is different from\nhaving just a cold and a runny nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nMost\nof the time, the influenza virus is treatable with over-the-counter\n(OTC) medication and a little TLC over a span of one to two weeks.\nStill, there are some cases that can actually lead to severe\ncomplications like sinus infections, asthma attacks, viral pneumonia\nand rarely, heart failure, which can lead to death. One of the best\nways to keep this virus at bay is to get the flu vaccine, which is\nrecommended for children and adults alike. And it is also highly\nrecommended to be aware of these 17 common signs and symptoms of\ninfluenza, which are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n1.\nRunny Nose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of the more common symptoms of influenza is having a runny nose, also known as rhinorrhoea. This is when there is an increase of mucus production within the nasal cavity that needs to be removed, normally by blowing out of the nose. At the same time, all the excess mucus can also cause a blockage within the air passages, making it harder to breathe. Although a runny nose can be caused by outside irritants, pathogens and cold weather, when it\u2019s due to influenza, it is actually the body\u2019s way of defending itself by blocking the nasal passages, preventing the virus from entering the lungs and respiratory tract where it can actually do even more harm. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n2.\nNasal Congestion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More often than not, when a person gets a runny nose, they end up with nasal congestion as well or what it referred to as a stuffy nose. As explained earlier, nasal congestion is partially due to the immune system\u2019s response to keeping the influenza virus out of the chest and lungs. Congestion happens because the membranes and blood vessels inside the nose become inflamed and swell up, making it difficult to breathe, even causing issues with hearing and speech since a person\u2019s sinuses are connected to the same membranes as the nasal passageways. Patients can take medication to help alleviate nasal congestion, but most of these OTCs won\u2019t treat the actual virus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n3.\nFever and Chills <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An adult\u2019s normal body temperature usually sits between 97 to 99 degrees Fahrenheit, which means that if it reaches 100 degrees Fahrenheit or above, it is considered a fever. One of the main defense mechanisms of the body\u2019s immune system in order to fight off infections and disease is to raise the body\u2019s temperature in order to kill or stave off the bacteria or virus. But despite the body\u2019s raised temperature, another reaction with a raised temperature is to cause the muscles of the body to shiver, which is commonly known as chills. These chills are actually meant to induce heat so that the body will sweat and eventually bring the fever down. Of course, just because you have fever and chills, it doesn\u2019t mean that you automatically have the flu. But if it is combined with other common signs and symptoms on this list, there is a much higher chance that you actually are infected with the influenza virus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n4.\n Sneezing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another common sign of being infected with the influenza virus is sneezing. When the nasal membranes become irritated due to an overproduction of mucus, sneezing is one of the body\u2019s natural responses. Albeit irritating, sneezing is actually used by the immune system to clear out the air passages that are being blocked by an increased amount of mucus. Unfortunately, sneezing is one of the main reasons why viruses get spread around in the first place, which is why proper hygiene and cleanliness is important for anyone that has the flu so that they don\u2019t spread the virus around further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n5.\nCough<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Although coughing can be bothersome and painful, it is actually one of the body\u2019s more useful protective reflexes. It is also one of the signals that you might very well be coming down with the flu in the first place. A cough is caused when there is a sudden burst of air that is pushed through your air passages in order to relieve itself of mucus, phlegm, fluids or other types of irritants that could be blocking a person\u2019s airways or passages. Normally, coughs also occur when there is an overproduction of phlegm, which is caused by the influenza virus in this case. Much like sneezing, coughs contain tiny particles with the virus that are easily spread to others, which is how the sickness is also spread. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n6.\nIrritated Eyes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another symptom of having the flu is when someone has irritated eyes. This is usually defined by red, itchy, and watery eyes that can even cause an overproduction of tears. This little fact might not be known to everyone, but the eyes are actually connected to the nasal passageways, which is where excess tears produced by the eyes drain into. And when the nose is clogged, these excess tears can also cause the eyes to be extra watery. Because the flu is a virus that affects the mucous membranes of the body, in order to stop the spread of this contagious sickness, try not to rub your eyes but rather use tissue to blot away an excess fluid and dispose of it properly as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n7.\nSore Throat<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sore throats are one of the very first signs of having the flu. A sore throat is also known as pharyngitis because it is the pharynx that gets irritated and swollen, causing pain and at times, even producing pus on the sides of the throat. Many times, when a sore throat occurs due to the flu, it will come on quickly, being a major source of irritation. And many times, it becomes progressively worse due to the other symptoms of the flu like a cough, stuffy or runny nose, and sneezing. Be sure to treat the sore throat as you do the cough and fever in order to lessen the chances of it turning into something worse like strep throat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n8.\nEarache<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another sign that someone is suffering from the flu is having an earache. Often times, the influenza virus infects all of the mucous membranes, which includes the ear. The pain comes from the inflammation of the eardrum due to the infection, which then causes intense pressure that results in pain. The pain can be either dull, sharp or even a stabbing pain, which can also be worsened by swallowing, sneezing and coughing. To make matters worse, earaches can turn into an infection when not treated in a timely manner, otherwise known as \u2018otitis media.\u2019 Regardless, whether you have one or more flu signs, be sure to see a doctor for the proper diagnosis and treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n9.\nMuscle Pain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Body aches and muscle pain is another common sign that someone is infected with the influenza virus. This is because the body\u2019s immune system is working double time at fighting this contagious disease. The immune system actually releases substances called interleukins, which are \u2018compounds that kill foreign invaders that cause disease in the body, such as viruses.\u2019 It\u2019s these interleukins that actually make the joints and muscles swell, causing aches and pains when a person moves around. This is another reason why people feel more exhausted when they\u2019re sick, because the body is working twice as hard to fight and stave off unwanted infections, viruses and bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n10.\nFlushed Skin<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Flushed skin is another sign that someone is suffering from the flu. If you notice a red tinge to your face and neck, it\u2019s normally due to the inflamed mucous membranes that lie in and around your face and neck, especially in the areas of the nose, eyes and mouth. Another reason for flushed or red skin is due to an increase of blood flow to the skin in order to help regulate the body\u2019s temperature in the hopes that exposing it to cooler temperatures will bring the fever down. This is usually seen in patients with high-grade fevers wherein the virus is heightened in strength. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n11.\nFatigue<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nMuch\nlike any sickness, fatigue is one of the most common symptoms or\nsigns that someone could be getting an illness. And while fatigue in\ngeneral is normal, especially after a long and gruelling day, when\nit\u2019s\na type of extreme tiredness wherein you can\u2019t\nseem to manage to keep your eyes open, or you are so exhausted that\nyou fall asleep in less than 5 minutes \u2013\nalong\nwith a slew of other common flu-like symptoms \u2013\nit\ncould really be that you are coming down with the influenza virus.\nMore often than not, even before you feel the full effect of the flu,\nfeeling fatigued, run down, and basically lacking any energy is one\nof the true signs that you\u2019re\ngetting sick. And wistfully, it\u2019s\none that will stay on throughout the usual one to two week course\nthat it takes to get over the flu, if not even longer than that. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n12.\nHeadache<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Headaches can occur for a number of reasons, but one main one is when a patient is coming down with the flu. Since most flu symptoms include nasal congestion, sneezing and a runny nose, due to the pressure that builds up from these common symptoms around the sinus cavities, headaches often occur. Plus many patients also tend to get dehydrated when they have the flu, which can also cause very painful headaches to occur. This, plus being extra sensitive to light, sound, and smell, can all lead up to a pounding head. Most of the time, medication, rehydration and proper rest will help headaches go away, but if they persist, it is always advisable to see a doctor as soon as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n13.\nHoarseness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another symptom that some people notice when they are stricken down with the flu is having a hoarse voice, or losing your voice. Most of the time, this occurs due to constant sneezing, coughing and from having a dry throat as well. Other times, the hoarseness is also due to the vocal chords being inflamed due to the virus, and the voice becomes raspy from persistent coughing and clearing of the throat. In order to lessen the effects of having a hoarse voice, be sure to drink plenty of fluids, try not to speak too often, and be sure to get enough rest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n14.\nPetechiae Rashes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nWhile\nthis is another symptom of the influenza virus, it\u2019s\nnot one that is as common as the others. Known as petechiae rashes,\nthese are small red or purplish dots that form on the skin, mostly\naround the stomach, arms, buttocks, legs, eyelids and even inside the\nmouth. They form due to blood coming out from capillaries that have\nruptured due to a number of different factors. When they appear due\nto influenza, it\u2019s\nnormally because of an \u2018increase\nin blood perfusion to the small vessels.\u2019\nBut\nthey can also be due to more serious illnesses like dengue, which is\nwhy it is incredibly important to get checked by a doctor to get the\nright diagnose in order to treat the issue properly. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\nSymptoms\nMore Common In Children <\/strong>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\nAlthough\nchildren are also susceptible to all of the other symptoms mentioned\nearlier, they tend to have a few symptoms that are more common for\nkids when it comes to the flu. Most of these issues are\ngastrointestinal symptoms that can cause more serious effects,\nespecially in younger kids. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n15.\nVomiting<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Children tend to be much more vulnerable when it comes to getting the flu because they are not as aware of cleanliness, and tend to have weaker immune systems as compared to adults. Most kids will rub their eyes, put their fingers in their mouth, cough without covering their mouth, and sneeze but not blow their noses, swallowing infected phlegm or mucus. As a result, many kids end up vomiting due to the virus entering their bellies. Also, since children have weaker gag reflexes as compared to adults, coughing is another reason why they end up vomiting as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n16.\n Diarrhea<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Another symptom for the flu is diarrhea, and more so in children. Diarrhea is loose, watery stools that happen more than three times within a day, and can even cause dehydration as a result of the too much fluid loss. Because the flu is caused by the influenza virus, this virus has the ability to affect the entire body. Again, since children have a tendency to put dirty hands and fingers in their mouths, as well as rub the other mucous membranes, they are more vulnerable to getting worse side effects from the illness, given their weaker immune systems as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\n17.\nAbdominal Pain<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nOne\nother symptom for the flu that is normally more common in children is\nabdominal pain. Aside from kids also getting fevers, body pains,\nheadaches, sore throats and runny noses, they also end up feeling\nstomach pains because of the effect that the virus is having on their\ntiny bodies. Sometimes, it\u2019s\ndue to diarrhea and the need to vomit, but at times it is one way for\nkids to explain that they\u2019re\nnot feeling well overall. Many times, children cannot explain the\nkind of pain they are experiencing, or where it hurts exactly, so\nthey tend to say that their tummies hurt. No matter how many symptoms\nthey present with, whether it\u2019s\njust one, a few, or many, be sure to bring them to the doctor\nimmediately to make sure that they receive the proper treatment as\nsoon as possible. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\nWhen\nTo See A Doctor<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\nMost\nof the time, people that are stricken down with the flu depend on the\nusual ways to deal with their sickness. They take common flu\nmedications that help reduce fever, alleviate their cough, and stop a\nrunny nose, but there are times when it is important to seek out\nmedical help. When a fever is exceptionally high, when any\ncomplications occur especially an onset of asthma or a difficulty\nbreathing due to congestion, or the appearance of rashes or really\nanything at all that feels out of the ordinary, be sure to either\nmake an appointment with your doctor or head straight to the ER to\nget assessed. It could be a very slim difference between life or\ndeath. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

\nHelp\nStop The Spread of Influenza<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n

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\nAccording\nto the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or the CDC, at\nleast \u20185\nto 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu each year,\u2019\nwhich\nbasically means that it affects millions of people every single year.\nAlthough most of these cases are common, the World Health\nOrganization (WHO) also shares that \u2018the\nflu kills between 250,000 to 500,000 people each year,\u2019\nwhich\nalso proves that it can be much more fatal than what most people\nbelieve. In order to stop the spread of influenza, be sure to wash\nyour hands many times throughout the day, always cover your mouth\nwhen coughing or sneezing, and stay away from crowded places if you\nalready happen to be infected. But remember, it is always best to\nseek out professional medical help as soon as you feel any symptoms,\nor if symptoms persist for longer than one to two weeks. \n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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