Swine Flu (H1N1) Exposure: Incubation Period, Symptoms, and Prevention Steps
Incubation: 1-4 days (avg 2 days). Person is contagious 1 day before symptoms to 5-7 days after onset.
Symptoms
- Fever/chills, cough, sore throat
- Runny/stuffy nose, body aches, headache, fatigue
- Vomiting, diarrhea (more common in children)
If Exposed
- Monitor for symptoms × 7 days
- Isolate if symptoms develop; test for influenza
- High-risk (pregnant, chronic disease, immunocompromised, <5 or >65 yo): contact provider early for antiviral consideration (oseltamivir within 48h)
Prevention
- Annual flu vaccine (includes H1N1)
- Hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette
- Avoid close contact with sick
- Mask in high-risk settings
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