Symptoms Avian Flu
Health Encyclopedia: Avian Influenza
Bird flu; H5N1
Symptoms
Symptoms of avian flu infection in humans depend on the particular strain of virus. In case of the H5N1 virus,infection in humans causesmore classic flu-like symptoms, which might include:
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Cough (dry or productive) -
Sore throat -
Fever > 100.4F (38C) -
Difficulty breathing -
Diarrhea - Runny nose
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Headache -
Malaise - Mu...
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Health Guide
Avian influenza
...may cause different symptoms, treatment may vary. Currently, there is no available vaccine against avian influenza. However, a vaccine against H5N1 is being tested in clinical trials. Doctors... Read more »Travel to Developing Countries: Infectious Diseases
...in travelers. Anyone traveling to high-risk countries should take precautions.A Word about Bird FluAvian influenza type A (also known as bird flu and avian flu) is a disease causing death in more... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Introduction
...particularly small children, may have fewer antibodies to it and so may be at higher risk for severe infection.Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)Although the risk of lethal viruses is generally low,... Read more »Travel to Developing Countries: References
...to resume vaccination of children aged 11-12 years. MMWR. 2006;55:1177.Questions and answers about avian influenza (bird flu) for travelers. Centers for Disease Control web site. Accessed January... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Resources
...Coalitionwww.entnet.org -- American Academy of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgerywww.cdc.gov/flu/avian -- Avian Influenza Information Read more »Images
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