what are the symptoms of swine flu?
Some of the possible Symptoms of Swine Influenza Viruses include:
- Weakness or Malaise
- Loss of Appetite - Anorexia
- General Body Aches - Myalgias
- Shortness of Breath
- Abrupt Onset of High Fever: 38° to 40° C (100° to 104° F)
- Rhinorrhea or Runny Nose - Profuse, Watery Nasal Discharge
- Lassitude (Lack of Energy)
- Headache
- Dry Cough
- Conjunctivitis - Reddened, Irritated Watery Eyes
- Sore Throat - Pharyngitis
How to Avoid Swine Flu?
The easy answer:
- WASH YOUR HANDS! Always wash your hands before eating, touching your face and eyes, and before touching anything you or your children might handle. Disinfect all handled surfaces with a CDC approved cleaner: such as doorknobs, refrigerator doors, and computer keyboards to decrease your risk of Swine Flu Infection.