7 diseases that lurk with winter A danger that many people don’t think about.
It can be said that it’s almost winter. Some of you are starting to feel sick. Today I will take you to look at 7 diseases that come with winter. Let’s be careful.
1. Common cold
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– Symptoms include low fever, nasal congestion, clear mucus both flowing from the nose and down the throat, sneezing, sore throat, coughing, and watery eyes or swollen eyes.
-Maintenance The flu is caused by a virus. which the body can heal by itself But we can take medicine to relieve some symptoms. For example, if you have a fever, take medicine to reduce fever. If you have a cough, drink warm water often. If you have a runny nose, take nasal decongestants. Antibiotics are not necessary for the flu. If the mucus starts to become thick and sticky and changing color to yellow in 2-3 days is a normal symptom But if the fever increases, you may consider using antibiotics. and use the complete course as recommended by the doctor and pharmacist.
– Prevention: Exercise to keep your body strong. Keep your body warm regularly. Wear a face mask when entering the community. To protect both yourself and others.
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2. Influenza
– Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, loss of appetite, nausea.
-Maintenance Most people with the flu will get better on their own. If within 3 days your symptoms do not improve, see your doctor for appropriate treatment. Because there may be complications.
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– Prevention: Always wear a face mask. Wash your hands regularly and avoid contact with people who have flu symptoms. And you should get the influenza vaccine once a year.
2. Influenza
– Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle aches, loss of appetite, nausea.
-Maintenance Most people with the flu will get better on their own. If within 3 days your symptoms do not improve, see your doctor for appropriate treatment. Because there may be complications.
– Prevention: Always wear a face mask. Wash your hands regularly and avoid contact with people who have flu symptoms. And you should get the influenza vaccine once a year.
4. Measles
-Symptoms include high fever, runny nose, cough, red eyes, gray-white spots found on the cheek opposite the inner molar teeth. This disease is often found in children.
– Care, see a doctor and strictly treat as recommended by the doctor. If you have a fever You can take medicine to reduce fever. Get enough rest. Eat nutritious food Strengthen the body’s immunity
-Prevention: Vaccination to prevent measles for children. and adults without immunity
5. Acute diarrhea
-Symptoms: several times loose or watery stool, abdominal pain, but if the baby has diarrhea It is considered a life-threatening condition.
-Maintenance When having diarrhea, sip mineral salts often. To protect the body from dehydration or take medicine to relieve diarrhea You should not take medicine to stop bowel movement because it causes germs to collect in the intestines. and slows down the elimination of germs
– Prevention: Eat clean, hygienic, cooked food and drink clean water. Always wash your hands before eating. and after going to the bathroom regularly
6. Allergies
-Symptoms include sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, more than usual. The symptoms occur during periods of frequent weather changes.
-Maintenance Regularly use medication to control symptoms as recommended by your doctor or pharmacist. Take antihistamines And anyone who has allergies should not stop or reduce taking medicine during the winter.
– Protection: Wear a hygienic mask. Take care of your body and be strong. Get enough rest. and keep the body warm at all times Eat foods that are beneficial to the body
7. Chickenpox
– Symptoms caused by a virus It often occurs in teenagers. Fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, and a rash starting on the body, face, and spreading to the arms and legs. Often accompanied by itching. Later it will quickly become a blister. and eventually scabs off The scabs will fall off in 5-20 days.
-Maintenance Most of the time, the symptoms will go away on their own. If you have a high fever, you can take paracetamol. You should definitely not use aspirin. But skin bumps are at risk of bacterial infection. You can discuss additional medication use with a pharmacist at your local pharmacy.
-Prevention: Avoid being near people who have chickenpox. and vaccinate to prevent disease
Information from Samakkhi Pharmacy
2023-12-29 03:10:45
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