Understanding the Current Respiratory Symptoms: Differentiating Between Colds, Flu, and COVID-19

06:32 PM Tuesday 24 October 2023

Books – Muhammad Amin:

A large number of citizens are suffering from annoying respiratory symptoms at the present time. Some believe that they are caused by colds and influenza, and others believe that they are a sign of infection with the Coronavirus.

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In this regard, Dr. Amjad Al-Haddad, Director of the Allergy and Immunity Center at the Serum and Vaccine Institute, said that the reason for the role of the currently widespread cold is due to the weather fluctuations that the weather witnesses with the change of seasons, as it increases the activity of viruses.

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Al-Haddad added that colds and influenza are responsible for the “current spread” of 80%, while Covid-19 infection is at 20%.

The allergy consultant explained that the “currently widespread disease” is difficult to know whether it is caused by a cold, influenza, or Corona, because the symptoms associated with it are similar between the three diseases, including:

– Dry cough or accompanied by phlegm.

– Runny nose.

-Headache.

– Muscle pain.

– body’s temperature raising.

– Dry throat.

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He pointed out that it is easy to treat the currently widespread respiratory infection by taking the following medications under the supervision of a doctor, especially if the patient is a child, the elderly, or suffers from a chronic disease:

– Fever-reducing medications.

– Anti-cough medications.

– Take nutritional supplements, such as zinc and vitamin C.

Al-Haddad concluded his speech by pointing out that there are reliable guidelines to reduce the risk of infection that is currently spreading, most notably:

– Follow a healthy diet.

– Playing sports.

– Drink plenty of water a day.

– Avoid mixing with people suspected of having a cold.

– Wash hands well with running water and soap.

2023-10-24 15:34:25

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