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Understanding Influenza: Quick Reference Guide For Patients
Understanding Influenza - Quick Reference Guide For Patients What is influenza? It is an acute, usually self-limited, viral, febrile, infection caused by influenza virus types A, B and C. It is marked by acute, highly contagious respiratory disorders that tend to turn into severe epidemics. It is important to distinguish influenza from other disorders, such as cold, that occur in winter. They are referred to as colds but they are, in general, pharyngotonsillitis or rhinopharyngitis that respond to other viruses or germs. Which is the social importance of influenza? How is it spread? Which are its symptoms? Which are its complication? How is it diagnosed? Which is its treatment? How can it be prevented? Read more