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Dec 23
Swine Flu Symptoms In Children And Adults
Swine Flu, the new threat to the world, is spreading like wild fire and is caused by the influenza virus called H1N1. Swine Flu is a respiratory disease. The H1N1 virus is a disease in the pigs and usually does not spread among human but the virus which has caused the outbreak is the mutated version having genetic material which has made it possible for to spread from one person to another.

The symptoms of Swine flu needs to be recognised and administered immediately. The incubation period of H1N1 is 2 days in general, 1-5 days in US and 2-7 days in India. Doctors say that if the symptoms go on for 10 days, it is best to check for Swine Flu.

Here are some Swine Flu Symptoms -

General Swine Flu Symptoms -

1.High Fever
2.Sore Throat
3.Headache
4.Weakness
5.Body Pain
6.Loss Of Appetite
7.Stomach Upset
8.Chills
9.Cough and Cold

Swine Flu Symptoms In Children

1.Breathing problem
2.Faded skin colour
3.Vomiting and feeling of nausea
4.Irritation
5.Fever and coughing

Swine Flu Symptoms in Adults

1.Chest Pain while coughing
2.Severe breathing problem
3.Fatigue
4.Regular vomiting
5.High Fever
6.Abdominal pain

Swine flu is contagious and can spread from one person to another. Thus, wear a mask, eat the right diet to increase your immune system and also it's advisable to take vaccine.

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