Flu/Influenza: Meaning, Symptoms, Causes And Cure

What is FLU/ INFLUENZA?

  • Posted: 08/16/2018
  • By: Alvizia Healthcare

The flu is an illness caused by flu viruses. People of all ages can get the flu, from babies and young adults, to the elderly. Flu is a respiratory infection caused by a number of viruses. The viruses pass through the air and enter your body through your nose or mouth. The flu can be serious for elderly people, newborn babies, and people with certain chronic illnesses. It’s a super-contagious virus that can make you feel miserable. Doctors call it influenza.

what are the symptoms of flu/influenza?
Symptoms of the flu come on suddenly. They may include:
  • Body or muscle aches
  • Chills
  • Cough
  • High Fever
  • Headache
  • Sore throat
  • Vomitting
  • Stuffy Nose
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Diarreahea

    • Cause of Flu/Influenza

    Flu is caused by flu virus and since it is highly contagious, It can spread easily from peopleto people. ThPeople infected with flu shed virus and may be able to infect others from 1 day before getting sick to about 5-7 days after getting sick.e Common methods of spread of flu are as follows:

  • People who have the flu can spread the virus by coughing or sneezing
  • Droplets released when a sick person coughs, sneezes, or talks can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. The droplets can also be inhaled into the lungs.
  • People may also catch the flu by touching their mouth or nose after touching something with the virus on it, such as doorknobs, tables, or an infected person’s dirty hand.

    • How can flu/influenza be treated?

    Flu/Influenza needs to be treated otherwise it can get fatal. Vaccines fot the treatment of Influeza/ Flu is available that can be taken. If someone gets flu, medication are required. Helpful medications for thr same is provided by Alvizia Healthcare.
    Despite presemce of Vaccines and medication it is necessary to keep yourself prevented from Flu.
    The following are some of the preventive measures:

  • Drink plenty of clear fluids like water, broth, and sports drinks so that you don't get dehydrated, too.
  • Gargle with salt water for a sore throat.
  • Get plenty of rest.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water.
  • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough and sneeze.
  • Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
  • If you are sick with flu-like illness, it is recommended that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities.M
  • Keep your surroundings Clean and disinfected.

    • Medications

    ALVIZIA HEALTHCARE provides medicine for this problem the treatment of Atmoflox M(Ofloxacin USP 50 mg and Metronidazole 120 mg/5 ml(with droper) Suspension by (ALVIZIAHEALTHCARE) which is a very good medicine for the same. For furthur details. Visit: (www.alviziahealthcare.com/)