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influenza (at risk groups for immunisation (chronic respiratory problems,…
influenza
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Differential diagnosis
common cold - tends to cause ore nasal problems, fever and fatigue less severe
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meningitis should be ruled out - purpuric rash, stiff neck, vomiting, photophobia, severe headache, confusion
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self care advice
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stay off school or work, approx. 1 week
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Presentation
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Symptoms appear abruptly, 2-3 days after exposure to virus
symptoms - sore throat, headache, weakness and fatigue, feeling unwell, loss of appetite, insomnia, dry cough
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antivirals not used as treatment unless pt in at risk group and complications will cause worse prognosis
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