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- Flu (influenza) – influenza A and B, symptoms, vaccine | healthdirect
To confirm a diagnosis of influenza, your doctor will arrange a flu test This involves taking a sample of cells and mucus from your nose or throat using a sterile cotton swab
- Influenza fact sheet - NSW Health
How is flu diagnosed? The only way to confirm a diagnosis of influenza is to have a PCR (nose and throat swab) test Speak with your doctor to find out if you should get a referral to have a PCR test for influenza There are antiviral treatments that are available for people people at higher risk of severe illness from flu
- Influenza (flu) | Australian Government Department of Health . . .
Influenza (the flu) is a highly contagious disease, usually prevented by vaccination and treated by managing symptoms Spread by body fluids from infected people, symptoms include fever, body aches, a runny nose and sore throat
- Influenza (seasonal) - including symptoms, treatment and prevention
Not all people with symptoms need to be tested for flu The diagnosis may be suspected on clinical symptoms and examination especially during the flu season Diagnosis may be confirmed by laboratory testing of mucus from the back of the nose or throat People in high-risk groups should speak to their GP about flu testing High risk groups include:
- Patient education: Influenza symptoms and treatment (Beyond . . . - UpToDate
Influenza (commonly called the flu) is a highly contagious illness that can occur in children or adults of any age It occurs more often in the winter months because people spend more time in close contact with one another The flu is spread easily from person to person by coughing, sneezing, or touching surfaces
- Influenza (flu) - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
To diagnose the flu, also called influenza, your healthcare professional does a physical exam, looks for symptoms of flu and possibly orders a test that detects flu viruses
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