What Is H3N2 Influenza? Understand Its Symptoms & Treatment + + + + + +

A viral infection with Covid-like symptoms is circulating throughout India.

H3N2 influenza is also known as the Hong Kong flu.

It is a subtype of the Influenza A virus that can cause respiratory illness in humans.

According to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), H3N2 has resulted in more hospitalisations than other flu subtypes.

The flue symptoms caused by H3N2 are similar to those caused by other seasonal influenza viruses.

H3N2 influenza is highly contagious and can spread from person to person when an infected person talks, sneezes and coughs and through contaminated surfaces.

If you're sick with the flu, stay home until 24 hours after your fever has gone down to avoid transmitting the disease.

Consult a doctor in case symptoms persist.

The IMA has advised against the indiscriminate use of antibiotics for seasonal coughs and colds.

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