Influenza

An acute viral infection of the respiratory tract, occurring in isolated cases, in epidemics, or in pandemics; it is caused by serologically different strains of viruses (influenzaviruses) designated A, B, and C, has a 3-day incubation period, and usually lasts for 3 to 10 days. It is marked by inflammation of the nasal mucosa, pharynx, and conjunctiva; headache; myalgia; often fever, chills, and prostration; and occasionally involvement of the myocardium or central nervous system.

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ATYPICAL PNEUMONIA- ARDS

45 year Male without any comorbidities, developed rapidly progressive Atypical Pneumonia with ARDS in just 3 to 4 days f...See More

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ATYPICAL PNEUMONIA progressing towards ARDS and multiorgan involvement. Aggressive ventilatory management as well as supportive care saved a vital life.


patient is.suffering from Influenza hyperpyrexia breathlessness severe headache along with vomiting burning micturition Anaroxia HRCT score 9

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