It is stated that the influenza virus, known as the flu among the people, has been quite common recently. The symptoms of influenza virus can be confused with other diseases. Stating that the use of antibiotics in the treatment of influenza is not recommended, Dr. Instructor Member Ayşin Kılınç Toker gave information to the citizens in her statement about the influenza virus.
ATTENTION TO THESE SYMPTOMS!
Dr. Instructor Member Ayşin Kılınç Toker said that the influenza virus can cause viral manifestations such as diarrhea, vomiting and stomach pain in some patients and said, “We definitely do not recommend the use of antibiotics in the virus. We recommend treatments such as painkillers, antipyretics and nasal sprays that will relieve symptoms along with the consumption of plenty of fluids.
A SERIOUS RISE IN INFECTIONS
Dr. Instructor Member Ayşin Kılınç Toker, noting that there is a serious increase in upper respiratory infections due to climate change, as the expected winter period and precipitation in Turkey were not as expected this year, said, “With this increase, an infection picture that lasts for a long time, does not go away and the complaints constantly change shape. we are together. Influenza virus, which we know as the influenza virus, is one of the most common causes of upper respiratory tract infections. However, there are other viruses as well. Not all of them are influenza viruses, but unfortunately, upper respiratory tract infections are troublesome this year. Apart from these, the measures taken against the pandemic corona virus, mask, distance and hygiene rules have reduced such respiratory tract infections. As we gradually change our habits from now on, our exposure to these viruses increases again.”
“WE DO NOT RECOMMEND ANTIBIOTICS”
Noting that they do not recommend antibiotics for this virus, Toker said, “Recently, due to certain factors, we are faced with the influenza virus, which is more resistant, more effective, and continues to cause people’s discomfort for a long time. In fact, not only upper respiratory tract infections, but also these viruses can cause viral manifestations such as diarrhea, vomiting and stomach pain in some people. At this point, the main thing we should pay attention to is; is the treatment process. Since the problems are prolonged in the patients, there may be applications for antibiotics. People are turning to antibiotics. We definitely do not recommend the use of antibiotics in the virus. We recommend treatments such as pain relievers, antipyretics and nasal sprays that will relieve symptoms along with plenty of fluid consumption. Other than that, they don’t have much to add. In order to protect from this virus, we can recommend that the hygiene rules be followed more in distance and closed places. ”
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