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What is influenza?
Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness that is caused by the influenza virus. In some people, the flu can be extremely dangerous, leading to bacterial pneumonia, dehydration or other conditions. Click here for more information about influenza.
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What clinical findings (signs, symptoms,
and tests results) indicate influenza?
Symptoms may include:
It is difficult to differentiate influenza, as many other conditions have the same constellation of symptoms.
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Treatment Options
Antiviral drugs are available to treat the flu. The best protection against the flu is vaccination, either intravenously or through nasal-spray, though it will not protect the patient from all possible strains.
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