Posted on Mon, Dec 14, 2009
This year the flu season may prove to be a rather busy one. If you are worried that
you or a loved one may have the H1N1 Swine Flu because you are showing symptoms of the flu how do you know whether you can stay at home and self-medicate or if you need to get into a doctor's office or even a hospital for help?
Here are some questions to ask yourself when trying to figure out if you may potentially have the H1N1 Swine Flu:
- Do you have a fever?
- Do you have a sore throat?
- Do have chills?
- Do you have a runny or stuffy nose?
- Do you have body aches?
While these symptoms are typical with any type of influenza additional signs that may point to H1N1 include:
- Fatigue
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
If you display a good number of these symptoms then you should not wait to seek medical treatment. Though it may be hard to be seen right away by your doctor due to the anticipated hectic flu season that lays ahead, if you have any doubts you should at least try to get into your physician. If your physician is not available right away then you may need to go to your local hospital's emergency room.
If you are not sure what you have then it is best to avoid crowded areas and contact with anyone in general as you may inadvertently infect them. When it comes to H1N1 Swine Flu it is best not to take chances.
If you feel fine and are concerned with contracting the affliction you can now get the new H1N1 vaccination. Though not available everywhere the production is continuing to increase and is readily available in most parts of the country.
Find out more information at http://www.flu.gov/
There are many insurance plans that cover Swine Flu vaccinations in your area, get medical insurance quotes.