{"id":9184,"date":"2020-01-31T09:36:07","date_gmt":"2020-01-31T15:36:07","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/innovativehomecare.com\/?p=9184"},"modified":"2020-12-11T14:38:11","modified_gmt":"2020-12-11T20:38:11","slug":"flu-in-seniors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innovativehomecare.com\/staging\/8503\/flu-in-seniors\/","title":{"rendered":"Flu in Seniors: How to Deal with, and Avoid the Condition"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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A lot of people mistakenly believe that flu is a gastrointestinal illness, from which one is experiencing diarrhea, vomiting, and nausea. And, according to Healthline<\/a>, even though it is not completely wrong \u201cto refer to that type of illness as the stomach flu,\u201d flu or influenza is a respiratory condition quite more serious.\u201d It can also at times be life-threatening, particularly in the elderly. This is the reason why the flu in seniors should be taken seriously.<\/p>\n\n

In elderly individuals, specifically among those fragile or weak, influenza or flu can be fatal. Recent reports had it that about 2 years ago, an extremely aggressive strain of influenza took place that resulted in death, even if an adult is already healthy. Flu can result in secondary infections, as well, of a serious nature like pneumonia, for one.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

Moreover, Influenza is viral in contrast to naturally bacterial. Therefore, there are no antibiotics available to cure flu. There are anti-viral medicines that can help in the reduction of the course of the flu. Nevertheless, one should take these medicines within 72 hours of the occurrence of the illness. Relatively, most people simply do not realize that they already have flu only until after 72 hours. You can avoid this by knowing the symptoms, possible complications, and preventive measures.<\/p>\n\n

What are the Symptoms of Flu in Seniors?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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At the beginning of the flu, symptoms can take place fast, with some people acquiring symptoms 1 to 4 days following exposure to the virus. For older people who are sick, it is important that you know the difference between the common cold symptoms and flu symptoms. The symptoms of both conditions can be similar. However, the ones for cold are typically milder. Additionally, cold symptoms take place gradually.<\/p>\n\n

The symptoms are different from the flu. Not only they are abrupt, but flu symptoms can also cause other symptoms not occurring with the common cold. Here are some of the common cold and flu symptoms an elderly individual may experience:<\/p>\n\n