“During outbreaks usually only one of the strains of the influenza virus predominates, this year it is Influenza A (H1N1),” Dr. Parija, a microbiology specialist, told The Hindu. While an increase in influenza cases is normal during winter, factors such as the persistent cold climate and crowding inside rooms are contributing to the spread of influenza virus. The high risk categories include pregnant women, children, people aged above 65, heath care workers, caregivers of a flu patient and so on. According to Dr. Parija, an infection with the influenza virus usually presents with fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, difficulty in breathing, bodyache, headache, fatigue, chills, diarrhoea, vomiting, and blood in sputum. According to Dr. Parija, some people are at high risk of developing serious flu-related complications (such as pneumonia) if they get sick.
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