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00:10, December 26, 2023
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The Russians were explained how to distinguish the flu from other infectious diseases and why it should be treated immediately.
It is fundamentally important and necessary to distinguish influenza from all other acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI), since the severity of possible complications directly depends on the chosen treatment methods. And if the so-called “colds” do not require therapy at all or are alleviated only in the context of symptoms (drops for a runny nose, anesthetic spray for a sore throat, and so on – Ed.), then the flu can cause serious harm to the body if given take a walk. About this in an exclusive interview 5-tv.ru was told by Oksana Tsyshkova, an expert in the field of comprehensive management of neurological deficits.
“To treat or not to treat—that’s what I would call it. After all, a banal viral infection is observed, treated with rest and plenty of warm liquid, it is a self-limiting infection. Unlike the flu. Because the flu has a large number of complications, and it must be treated if you do not get vaccinated,” the doctor said.
According to Tsyshkova, the first pathognomonic sign (a symptom that clearly indicates a specific disease – Ed.) of influenza is pronounced neurotoxicosis, characterized by neurological disorders. These include impaired thermoregulation, respiratory failure, drowsiness and other manifestations that arise depending on the patient’s health condition. The peculiarity of neurotoxicosis is a sharp disturbance in well-being. A headache is also typical for the flu.
“The second symptom is a rise in temperature soon after feeling unwell, with minimal catarrhal symptoms (catarrhal-respiratory syndrome includes symptoms of a runny nose, sputum released during coughing, swelling and sore throat – Ed.) or completely absent,” – noted the expert.
Another symptom that most likely indicates the flu is chest pain. Physically, it is felt in the center of the chest. This condition may persist for several days, followed by a dry cough. In some cases, the pain syndrome is accompanied by difficulty breathing. In addition, a person who has caught the flu may develop photophobia – this is also a sign of neurotoxicosis and the pronounced neurotropic effect of the influenza virus on the body.
Self-medication or ignoring the symptoms of ARVI can have serious consequences for the body. And in the modern world with a high level of development of medicine, incorrect therapy, including traditional methods, or the lack of treatment as such, sometimes lead to deaths. At the first signs of illness, it is important to consult a doctor and receive qualified help after making a correct diagnosis.
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