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What Are the Deadly Symptoms of the Swine Flu?

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that more than 70 countries have cases of H1N1 influenza A. In the United States, all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands have reported H1N1 infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). The winter of 2009-2010 will be dominated by H1N1 strain of influenza.

  1. New Virus

    • Novel influenza A, H1N1, is a new flu virus originating with swine that first caused human illness in Mexico and the United States in early spring, 2009.

    Spreading H1N1

    • According to the CDC, H1N1 flu is spread by the coughs and sneezes of people who are sick. However, it may also be spread by touching infected objects then, touching the nose or mouth.

    Common Symptoms of H1N1

    • The symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to seasonal flu. Patients experience cough, sore throat, fever, chills, headache, lethargy, lack of appetite and sometimes nausea and diarrhea. It's important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever.

    Emergency Symptoms in Children

    • If a child experiences fast breathing or labored breathing, wheezing, bluish skin, not waking up or avoiding interacting, irritability, flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worsened cough, or fever with a rash---seek medical attention immediately.

    Danger Signs in Adults

    • Adults that experience difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, wheezing, pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, severe or persistent vomiting should seek medical attention immediately.

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