How long do you have before swine flu kills you

How long do you have before swine flu kills you

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Swine flu, now called H1N1, will not kill you if you seek treatment, like you would for any other flu. There’s no reason for panic

How long does the swine flu have to be in your system before it k…?

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There is no exact time period. It is not a fatal disease. It doesn’t kill everyone. If you have a good immune system you are fine.

Why does the Swine Flu kill people? How long does it take before …?

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When people die from the Swine Flu it is usually because it becomes pneumonia. It can develop about 5 days after the flu symptoms of fever, cough, and muscle aches start. Keep up the Cha Cha!

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Swine Flu Q&A?

Q: Swine Flu Q&A What you need to know and how to protect yourself from infection.By the Editors of MSN Health Swine flu in the U.S.? If you’re worried about the flurry of news on pandemics, epidemics, and public health emergencies, here are some key facts provided by the U.S. Centers for Disease Conrol and Prevention to help you understand how swine flu is spread and what you can do to prevent infection. Current updates on the spread of swine flu are available at the CDC’s Swine Flu web site.What is swine flu? Swine flu is a respiratory disease normally found in pigs and caused by type A influenza viruses. While outbreaks of this type of flu are common in pigs, human cases of swine flu do happen. In the past, reports of human swine flu have been rare—approximately one infection every one to two years in the U.S. From December 2005 through February 2009, only 12 cases of human infection were documented.How is it spread? Humans with direct exposure to pigs are those most commonly infected with swine flu. Yet, human-to-human spread of swine flu viruses have been documented, however it’s not known how easily the spread occurs. Just as the common flu is passed along, swine flu is thought to be spread by coughing, sneezing, or touching something with the viruses on it.If infected, a person may be able to infect another person one day before symptoms develop and up to seven or more days after becoming sick. Thus, a person is able to pass the flu on before they know they are sick. Those with swine flu should be considered potentially contagious as long as they are demonstrating symptoms and up to seven days longer from the onset of their illness. Children might be contagious for longer periods of time. Can I catch swine flu from eating pork? No. The CDC says that swine flu viruses are not transmitted by food. Properly cooking pork to an internal temperature of 160°F kills all bacteria and viruses. What are the symptoms of swine flu? Symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of a regular flu: fever and chills, sore throat, cough, headache, body aches, and fatigue. Diarrhea and vomiting can also be present. Without a specific lab test, it is impossible to know whether you may be suffering from swine flu or another flu strain. What precautionary measures should I take?  The same everyday precautions that you take to prevent other contagious viruses should be used to protect yourself against swine flu:  Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners work well too. Do not touch surfaces that might be contaminated. Avoid contact with sick people. Try to stay in good general health with plenty of sleep, exercise, and a nutritious diet. What should you do if you think you are sick with swine flu?  Contact your health care professional, inform them of your symptoms, and ask whether you should be tested for swine flu. Be prepared to give details on how long you’ve been feeling ill and about any recent travels. Your health care provider will determine whether influenza testing or treatment is needed. If you feel sick, but are not sure what illness you may have, stay home until you have been diagnosed properly to avoid spreading any infection.    Watch for these symptoms in children. Seek emergency medical care if your child experiences any of the following warning signs: Fever with a rash Dehydration Fast breathing  Bluish skin coloration Slow to wake or sluggish interaction Flu-like symptoms improve, but then return and cough worsens Severe irritability For adults, emergency medical care is needed if you experience these warning signs:  Difficulty breathing Dizziness Confusion Severe or persistent vomiting  Pain/pressure in the chest or stomach Remember that the symptoms for swine flu are almost identical to those you might experience with the regular flu. Only your doctor can give you the correct diagnosis. Are there medicines effective in treating swine flu in humans?The swine flu responds to the use of oseltamivir (Tamiflu) or zanamivir (Relenza) for those infected. For treatment, these antiviral drugs work best if started soon after getting sick (within 2 days of symptoms).More informationU.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Infectious Diseases: How they spread and how to stop them

A: Thanks for the info, and the two points. I think I’ll take a look. I really don’t know how I can answer this but… thanks.

swine flu- have you had it?

Q: hey there, just looking for some advice.i think my brother has swine flu. we live in the UK and it has recently just come over to our area that we live in. there was a couple of cases at our school, but they didn’t shut it down, before we broke up for the summer and whilst i wasnt at school because i finished my gcse’s ages ago my brother has still been at school until last friday. ive looked up the symptoms he has and they could potentially be swine flu but also could just be a summer cold- he has a slight headache, sore throat, runny nose, high temperature. he has been catching it binning it and killing it all day long before anyone asks! He is 12 and has athsma which is one of the underlying health problems that could cause him to have it more serverly. im scared i have it aswell i have a VERY slight sore throat since yesterday night which i can’t feel anymore to be honest and my head feels slightly light i dont have any other symptoms but i know that if my brother has it i can easily catch it too. i’m 16 and i don’t have any underlying health problems however, everyone who i come into contact with daily does, so im not worried about myself coz i will get over it however the others around me might not have it as mild as i most likely will!my boyfriends brother recently had a baby with his girlfriend and there is no way i want to let the baby catch it at 6/7 days old!! can someone please shed some light and share what symptoms they had and their experiences and advice on what we should do next? how long should i stay away from my boyfriend so his family are safe from it and dont pass it on to anyone like the baby? also what hotlines and stuff should we contact in order to get a proper diagnosis? plus any other information you think will be helpful? i have looked it up on the internet but i find that by getting real stories and opinions and stuff is alot more trust worthy cox it comes from be people who have actually had the swine flu. id be so grateful, thanks in advance. x

A: I’m pretty sure I’ve had it, I’ve got asthma too.If your brother has a preventative (brown or purple) inhaler, then it’s important that he takes it as instructed, and if you notice an increase in the use of his reliever (blue) inhaler, then make sure he takes two puffs of the preventative, instead of one, as it can help to reduce use of relievers.Apart from that, he should be okay, just let him rest, and treat it like a normal flu. That was what I did, and I’ve recovered okay. :)And the same goes for you, just treat it like a normal flu.But definitely keep an eye on your brother, because the flu can really make breathing hard for him.I hope you both recover. 😀

dehydration or swine flu?

Q: Last night I had some dental work done, that hurt a lot. When I got home I didn’t feel very hungry or thirsty, and since my mouth hurt decided not to drink or eat anything even though I hadn’t had anything to eat or drink since noon that day. I felt a slight headache and some nausea when going to bed. I kind of tripped over nothing and in slow motion slumped against a wall twice. This morning my head was killing me, like a terrible hangover. I also felt very nauseus. I tripped over nothing again this morning. I tried to drink some fluids but found it difficult. I arrived at work staring blankly and unable to think clearly. I checked my temperature and it was 101.7 despite having taken 5 ibuprofrin just one hour earlier, and 4 ibuprofrin and one tylenol before bed the night before. I told my boss about the situation and was able to nap for a couple hours after arriving at work. When I awoke I felt better, and my fever was down to 99.8. I still feel nauseus, but was able to drink milk and ate a small lunch. 1 hour ago I took another 4 ibuprofrin. My head still hurts and I still have an inability to feel energized or concentrate. I am grumpy, but being this lifeless keeps me from lashing out. I get migraines, but this isn’t one. The head pain is not centered on my temples, but on the back and sides of my head. The tired achy feeling is not the same as with a migraine, and the nausea is more disorientation then in my stomach. I am getting strange mystery pains in my back and legs. I am around children much of the day, and my 2 year old is also showing some signs of being sick, but different and less severe. He has been a bit whiny the last 2 days (not terribly, but noticeably to me) and has a runny nose and head congestion. I do not have a runny nose. He also does not have a fever, or if he does it is very slight. Would this more likely be dehydration or swine flu? How long does it take dehydration to go away once you start taking fluids again?I started coughing a bit this morning too, but it is a powerless cough since it hurts to do it and I feel so exhausted.I’m not panicking, Swine flu is just the flu. But I got the flu shot this year, so it isn’t the regular flu. I went to a nursery school this morning and to the grocery store. If it is swine flu then shouldn’t I limit how much I go out?I don’t want to go to the doctor if it isn’t swine flu. I am not panicking, quite the opposite. I don’t want to go see a doctor or change my routine if I don’t have to.

A: what you are going through sounds like a mix of dehydration (drink something!!) and medicine head from the ibuprofin. when our bodies are not properly hydrated it elevates the body temp. the reason you slumped against a wall was probably your blood sugar going too low. i’m hypoglaucemic and this happens if i don’t eat in the morning. it will also give you a terrible headache.your son sounds like he has simple allergies or a little cold.so eat something, even if it’s small. take in fluids regularly and take it easy on the ibuprofin. i hope you feel better soon.