What is Type A influenza and is it a serious illness?
Disease description:
Recently, many people around me have contracted Type A flu. I don't know much about this illness. What exactly is Type A flu? Is it serious?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Influenza A usually refers to Influenza A virus infection. Whether Influenza A is serious mainly depends on the specific symptoms. If symptoms are mild, it generally isn't considered severe. However, if complications occur, the condition can be more serious. Once symptoms suggestive of Influenza A appear, prompt medical attention should be sought.
Influenza A is an acute respiratory illness caused by infection with the Influenza A virus. It spreads widely among the population and typically presents with noticeable symptoms, including high fever, headache, body aches, and may also be accompanied by respiratory symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, and cough. Most patients with Influenza A can recover with timely and effective treatment, and the condition is usually not very severe.
However, if treatment is delayed or the patient has underlying medical conditions such as hypertension or diabetes, Influenza A can lead to severe complications such as pneumonia, myocarditis, encephalitis, etc., which can be life-threatening and significantly affect the patient's health.
During treatment, patients are advised to rest adequately, maintain a balanced diet, and keep a positive mindset to promote recovery.
