What is the swan flu?

The H5N1 avian influenza is commonly known as the bird flu または白鳥インフルエンザ 。 It is a type of influenza A virus that can cause severe respiratory illness in humans and animals. The virus was first identified in 1997 in Hong Kong in domestic geese.それ以来、それは世界の他の地域に広がり、野生と家庭の両方の鳥で発生を引き起こしました。 In rare cases, the H5N1 virus has also been known to infect humans, causing severe illness and even death.

Symptoms of the H5N1 virus in humans can include:

* 熱

* 咳

* 喉の痛み

*筋肉痛

* 頭痛

* 下痢

*嘔吐

*呼吸困難

The virus can also cause severe respiratory illness, including pneumonia, and can be fatal.

There is no specific treatment for the H5N1 virus, and treatment is supportive.オセルタミビル（タミフル）やザナミビル（リンザ）などの抗ウイルス薬は、ウイルスの治療に効果的かもしれませんが、症状が発生した後、できるだけ早く開始する必要があります。

The best way to prevent infection with the H5N1 virus is to avoid contact with infected birds and to practice good hygiene, such as:

* Washing your hands frequently with soap and water

*顔に触れることを避けます

*咳やくしゃみをしたときに口と鼻を覆う

* Staying home if you are sick