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New Delhi. H1N1 i.e. Swine Flu is in the news these days. Many states of the country including Delhi-NCR are being seen seriously affected by this infection. So far this year, more than 2700 people have become victims of infection in Delhi. The number of patients suffering from high fever, headache, cough, cold and respiratory problems is also seen increasing in hospitals. Health experts say that all people should make continuous efforts to prevent respiratory diseases these days. In some people, this infection can cause serious and even fatal problems.

According to recent information, Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi has also been infected with swine flu i.e. H1N1. His swine flu test has come positive. It is being told that recently his health had deteriorated after continuous traveling in connection with the shooting. Doctors have advised him to take rest and take necessary precautions.

Doctors say, people with already weak immunity and comorbidities (two or more diseases at the same time in a person) may be at risk of pneumonia from swine flu. Let us know how it can be identified?

Doctors say, considering the dangers of H1N1 flu, if you have high fever along with headache and muscle pain or difficulty in breathing, then you should not ignore it. Flu can become serious in some people and can lead to complications like pneumonia if the infection reaches the lungs.

The good thing is that most people recover from flu in about a week. But the effect of the disease is not the same in every person. The risk of complications is higher in small children, elderly people, pregnant women and people already suffering from some serious disease. If there is difficulty in breathing or chest pain during flu, if the condition worsens rapidly or if high fever starts again after recovery, then it should be considered as a warning sign. In such cases, immediate contact with a doctor is necessary.

How to recognize that the flu is becoming serious?

Doctors say, just by looking at fever or cough, it cannot be decided whether the flu is serious or not? If your symptoms are continuously increasing and you are having breathing problems, then do not ignore it. If there is difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure, dizziness or confusion, medical help should be sought immediately.

As the infection progresses, children may have problems like rapid breathing, bluish lips or skin, lethargy or not responding properly. These may be serious warning signs. In this case it is considered necessary to take it to the doctor immediately.

Risk of pneumonia from swine flu

Swine flu infection can cause pneumonia, which is considered a serious condition. Pneumonia is an infection in the lungs in which the small air sacs (alveoli) present in the lungs become inflamed and may fill with fluid or pus. Cough and breathing problems increase in pneumonia. The patient may also suffer from chest pain, fatigue, difficulty in breathing, fever and chills. If pneumonia is suspected in a flu patient, a doctor should be contacted immediately. Antiviral medicines can be used for viral flu. If treatment is done on time, the risk of death can be reduced.

Doctors say, in case of severe flu or pneumonia symptoms, one should not wait by just taking fever medicine at home. Timely medical advice and treatment becomes necessary. Health experts say it is important to start antiviral medication early in people with severe symptoms or high-risk people. To avoid serious problems like pneumonia caused by influenza virus or any bacteria, experts recommend everyone to get the flu vaccine annually. Be sure to take advice from your doctor regarding this.