Differences between Flu and Cold

The flu and constipation are often confused, but there are differences:

• Flu – symptoms intense, sudden onset, with general malaise, high fever (equal or higher at 38 ̊C), muscle and joint pain, headaches, dry cough and nasal discharge. Inflammation of the eyes may occur.
• Cold - milder symptoms that appear gradually, without fever or with fever low, limited to the upper respiratory tract: stuffy nose, sneezing, moist eyes, throat irritation and headache. Fever rarely occurs high or body aches.

Severity of the flu

In most Sometimes, the flu lasts for a short time (3 to 4 days) and is cured without the need for medical care or specific treatment, with complete recovery in 1 or 2 weeks.

However, In some more vulnerable groups (the elderly and chronically ill) the flu can cause serious complications, namely pneumonia and/or decompensation of underlying disease (asthma, diabetes, heart, lung or kidney disease). You have to give Pay attention to signs of worsening:

• Reappearance, worsening or persistence of fever for more than 4 days;
• Headache very strong or altered state of consciousness (confusion, fainting);
• Difficulty in breathing or feeling short of breath;
• Chest pain or on the back;
• Intense fatigue and abnormal;
• Sputum with blood.

I think I have the flu...

Stay at home - rest is essential for recovery and thus avoids infecting other people.

Drink water in plenty so as not to dehydrate.

Treat fever (inquire at this pharmacy).

Place a protective mask whenever you are with other people.

Watch your health status in the seven days after the onset of symptoms: if you have signs of worsening, contact the Saúde 24 line (808 24 24 24) and follow the instructions.

Prevent the flu

Vaccination is the best way to prevent the disease and its complications. Greatly reduces risk of contracting the infection and if the vaccinated person becomes infected they will have a more severe disease. slight.

The flu virus is constantly changing, with new types of viruses emerging that people are not aware of. have immunity and the previous year's vaccine does not provide adequate protection. In addition Therefore, the immunity conferred by the vaccine is not long-lasting. For these reasons, it is It is essential that you are vaccinated against the flu annually.

Equally It is important to comply with general protection measures:

• Cover your mouth and nose with your arm or a tissue whenever you feel like you are going to cough or to sneeze;
• Use every scarf paper only once; after use, throw it in the trash;
• Wash hands frequently: › with soap and water (40 to 60 seconds) › with a product with alcohol (liquid, gel or wipes) – rub and let it dry without going through water;
• A reinforcement of the immune system is also advised early in the season for your organism can effectively combat all “invaders”.

Source: ANF

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