The Dhaka Times Desk Due to corona there are many kinds of problems even if there is a seasonal flu. One cannot go to the doctor. Moreover, the tension also increases manifold. Here's what you need to do to avoid seasonal flu.
Currently, the incidence of fever and cold related diseases is also increasing with the change of season. It is accompanied by excessive body aches and fever. In the time of Corona, there are various kinds of fear in the public mind due to flu-related problems.
Last week too, the people were short of breath due to the intense heat. The intensity of the heat has now subsided a little. As the weather turns to cold after extreme heat, the human body is somewhat hindered in adapting to this change. That is why seasonal flu also occurs widely during the change of season.
According to media reports, since the beginning of last week, the number of patients suffering from seasonal flu has suddenly increased in different hospitals of the country.
Due to such situation, corona sample tests are increasing. Doctors believe that the people of the country will suffer from fever and cold due to seasonal virus for some more days. However, health experts advise to consult a doctor without panicking.
What are the symptoms of flu?
Symptoms and signs of seasonal virus fever and coronavirus are very similar. Every year, 3 to 5 million people die from seasonal flu worldwide. So the illness of this period should not be neglected at all.
As the symptoms of common cold and flu are so close, many people cannot distinguish between the two. Symptoms of seasonal flu include cold, fever, headache, sore throat, muscle pain, sneezing, dry cough, loss of sense of taste and smell, etc.
The difference between common cold fever and flu is - In case of common cold-fever, various symptoms including sore throat, headache keep increasing slowly. In the case of flu, high fever and other symptoms come on suddenly.
What to do to stay away from the flu
Although the # flu has the ability to attack the human respiratory system much like the coronavirus, the flu clears up on its own in a short period of time in most cases.
# Some people may take longer to recover from the flu. The flu can be especially dangerous for people with diabetes and heart disease, as well as breathing problems.
# Stay away from cold if you have flu. Sufficiently warm weather, hot food helps to cure flu faster.
# Moderate rest and sleep is much more effective for flu patients.
# should consume plenty of water and liquid food. Medicines like paracetamol should also be taken to reduce fever.
# But never take antibiotics without doctor's advice.
# Pregnant women and people with underlying medical conditions can also get the flu vaccine at least once a year to protect against the flu.
# can also infect others from items used by a person with flu. So this time it is better to follow some rules.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer surgical mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, mouth, head after single use
Of course it can be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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