What are the symptoms of the incubation period of influenza A?
Disease description:
Recently, several friends around me have contracted influenza A, and I heard that there is also a latent period. However, I'm not clear about the symptoms. Could you please tell me what are the symptoms during the latent period of influenza A?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Ren Yi
Influenza A is an acute respiratory infectious disease caused by the influenza A virus. During the incubation period of influenza A, although the virus has already started to replicate in the body, symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat may also appear.
1. Fever: The incubation period of influenza A is usually accompanied by fever, with body temperature rising above 38℃. Fever is a natural response of the body to viral infection, which helps inhibit viral replication and spread. The degree and duration of temperature elevation may vary among individuals.
2. Cough: Cough is also a common symptom during the incubation period of influenza A and may be dry or accompanied by phlegm. Cough results from inflammation of the respiratory tract caused by viral infection, helping to clear the airways of viruses and mucus.
3. Sore Throat: Patients may experience throat pain or a burning sensation, caused by inflammation of the throat mucosa due to infection with the influenza A virus. Sore throat may be accompanied by difficulty swallowing, affecting food and fluid intake.
To prevent influenza A, it is important to maintain good personal hygiene habits, such as frequent hand washing and using alcohol-based hand sanitizers. Additionally, regular ventilation should be ensured to maintain indoor air circulation.
