Flu Symptoms: When Do They Appear & What To Do

Flu symptoms can be seen as early as one day after exposure or as late as five days. Once symptoms occur, it is best to consult your doctor. The elderly and young children are more susceptible to the disease and are more likely to die from it. So early detection and treatment for them is critical.

How Flu Is Spread

• The flu is usually spread when one person coughs or sneezes into the air and another person comes in contact with it.

Definition

• The flu is really called influenza and it is a very contagious infection of the lungs, throat and nose.

Symptoms

• Symptoms include muscle aches, fever, sore throat, runny nose, cough and headache.

History

• Because the flu has a tendency to change, it can be hard to treat and has caused pandemics in the past such as in 1918 and 1957.

Prevention/Solution

• There is a flu vaccine that can be given before you contract the flu. This is recommended for the elderly, children and some people with certain health risks.