Influenza generally refers to the flu. The severity of influenza is related to virulence of the virus, autoimmune status and other factors. Most patients can achieve healing with rest or treatment, but some may also develop irreversible lesions.
Influenza is an acute respiratory infection caused by the influenza virus, which can be spread by contact and droplets. Influenza has a rapid onset and is generally susceptible to the general population. Patients may have systemic symptoms such as high fever, headache, fatigue, and generalized aches and pains.
For patients with good autoimmune status, the disease can be cured by rest and active use of antiviral therapy such as oseltamivir and zanamivir as prescribed by the doctor. For those who are old and frail with more underlying diseases, complications such as viral pneumonia and encephalitis may occur, and may even be life-threatening.
Currently, during the influenza epidemic season, susceptible people such as the elderly, children, immunosuppressed people, and those prone to complications can be protected against viral infection through influenza vaccination, thereby reducing the risk of influenza and serious complications.
Patients with influenza are advised to seek timely medical consultation and treatment. At the same time, strengthen the awareness of personal precaution and actively get vaccinated against influenza.