Basic Info
Symptoms
The flu usually begins abruptly, with a fever between 102 and 106 °F. (An adult typically has a lower fever tha...
Causes
This is incorrect, as the stomach symptoms are not caused by the flu virus. Flu infections are primarily respiratory ...
Tests
The evaluation of an individual with flu symptoms should include a thorough physical exam and, in cases where pneumon...
Treatments
If you have mild illness and are not at high risk, take these steps:.Rest Take medicines that relieve symptoms and he...
Drugs
Since influenza is a viral infection, antibiotics are useless in treating it. However, antibiotics are frequently use...
Alternative Therapies
There are several alternative treatments that may help in fighting off the virus and recovering from the flu, in addi...
Complications
Possible complications, especially for those at high risk, include:PneumoniaEncephalitis (infection of the brain)Bron...
Prevention
A yearly vaccine is recommended for children older than 6 months, adolescents, and adults. The vaccine is available a...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if someone in a high-risk category develops symptoms of the flu, or if your illness se...
Basic Info