Influenza
Moderateहिंदी: नया इन्फ्लूएंजा निमोनिया · தமிழ்: புதிய இன்ஃப்ளூயன்சா நிமோனியா · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಹೊಸ ಇನ್ಫ್ಲುಯೆನ್ಸಾ ನ್ಯುಮೋನಿಯಾ · తెలుగు: కొత్త ఇన్ఫ్లుఎంజా న్యుమోనియా · বাংলা: নতুন ইনফ্লুয়েঞ্জা নিউমোনিয়া · मराठी: नवीन इन्फ्लूएंझा न्यूमोनिया · ગુજરાતી: નવા ઈન્ફ્લુએન્ઝા ન્યુમોનિયા
About this condition
Influenza or flu is common during winter and monsoon in India, more severe than common cold. Causes sudden onset of high fever, severe body aches and runny nose. High-risk groups (elderly, pregnant, chronic diseases) should see doctor early for antiviral treatment.
Common symptoms
runny nosehigh feverbody achessevere fatiguedry coughheadache
🌦️ monsoon🌦️ winter
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When to see a doctor: within 48 hours if severe
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Influenza?
runny nose, high fever, body aches, severe fatigue, dry cough, headache.
When should I see a doctor?
within 48 hours if severe
Is Influenza common in India?
Influenza is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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