Alternate Name(s): Flu; Influenza A; Influenza B ... The flu usually begins abruptly, with a fever between 102 to 106°F. (An adult typically has a lower fever than a child.) Other common symptoms include a flushed face, body aches, and lack of energy. Some people have dizziness or vomiting. The ...
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Influenza is highly contagious and is easily transmitted through contact with droplets from the nose and throat of an infected person who is coughing and sneezing. Influenza is spread through contact with droplets from the nose and throat o...
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What is influenza? ... Influenza (flu) is a very contagious viral infection of the nose, throat, bronchial tubes, and lungs. There are two main types of influenza virus: A and B. Each type includes many different strains which tend to change each year. ... How is influenza transmitted?
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It is believed that the common strains of influenza are transmitted from one person to another by coughing and sneezing. When an infected person coughs or sneezes (and does not cover his/her mouth) the viruses fly into the air along with mucus, ... How is influenza transmitted from animals to humans?
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How does seasonal influenza spread?; Influenza is transmitted through the air from the respiratory tract of an infected person. It can also be transmitted by direct contact with respiratory droplets.
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Influenza is characterised by fever, myalgia, headache and pharyngitis. In addition there may be cough and in severe cases, prostration. There is usually not coryza (runny nose) which characterises common cold infections.
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