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Flu (trangkaso) symptoms and treatment

Sintomas at gamot sa trangkaso

The flu (trangkaso) is a viral infection that causes a sudden fever, body aches, cough and tiredness, and most people get better within 1 to 2 weeks with rest and fluids. Some people, especially those at higher risk of complications, may need antiviral medicine prescribed by a doctor. A licensed doctor can check your symptoms online and recommend the right care.

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Flu symptoms (sintomas ng trangkaso)

Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly, often within a day or two of catching the virus.

Sudden fever

Biglang lagnat at panginginig. Rest and drink plenty of fluids.

Body aches

Masakit ang buong katawan at kalamnan. A classic sign of flu.

Headache

Sumasakit ang ulo. Rest in a quiet, cool place.

Dry cough

Ubo na walang plema. It can linger even after the fever is gone.

Sore throat

Masakit o makati ang lalamunan. Warm drinks can help.

Runny or stuffy nose

May sipon o barado ang ilong. Common with both flu and colds.

Tiredness

Sobrang pagod at nanghihina. This can last a week or more.

Vomiting or diarrhea

Nagsusuka o nagtatae, mas madalas sa mga bata. Watch for signs of dehydration.

Flu treatment options (gamot sa trangkaso)

Your doctor decides what's right for you. It may include:
• Rest and plenty of fluids at home
• Medicine for fever and body aches, if your doctor recommends it
• Antiviral medicine, if prescribed, especially for people at higher risk of complications
• Antibiotics, if prescribed, only if a bacterial infection develops

Prescription medicines are only dispensed with a valid prescription.

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Causes of flu (sanhi ng trangkaso)

The flu is caused by influenza viruses that spread through droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks, or when you touch a contaminated surface and then your face. People are usually most contagious in the first few days of being sick. Young children, older adults, pregnant women, and people with long-term illnesses like asthma, diabetes or heart disease are more likely to get complications.

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Home remedies and prevention (home remedy sa trangkaso)

These steps can help you feel better while you recover and lower the chance of catching or spreading the flu.

Get a yearly flu vaccine

Magpabakuna laban sa flu taon-taon. It lowers your risk of getting sick and of serious complications. Flu vaccines on Hati Health start at PHP 880.

Rest and drink fluids

Magpahinga at uminom ng maraming tubig, sabaw o maligamgam na inumin. This helps your body recover and prevents dehydration.

Stay home while sick

Manatili muna sa bahay habang may lagnat. This keeps you from spreading the flu to others.

Cover your cough

Takpan ang bibig at ilong kapag umuubo o bumabahing, at mag-mask kapag may kasama. Droplets spread the virus.

Wash your hands often

Maghugas ng kamay gamit ang sabon at tubig nang madalas. This removes germs you might pick up from surfaces.

Keep your distance from sick people

Iwasan muna ang malapitang kontak sa mga may sakit. This lowers your chance of catching the flu.

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When to see a doctor

  1. 1

    Consult online when symptoms start

    Kung may lagnat, pananakit ng katawan at ubo, talk to a General Physician online, lalo na kung buntis, senior, o may ibang sakit. Antiviral medicine works best when started early.

  2. 2

    Follow up if you're not getting better

    Kung hindi gumagaan after 3 to 5 days, or the fever comes back, follow up with your doctor. You may need tests to check for other infections.

  3. 3

    Get in-person care right away for red flags

    Pumunta agad sa ER kung hirap huminga, may chest pain, nangangasul ang labi, nalilito, o hindi na umiihi. These need urgent care.

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Frequently asked questions

Ano ang gamot sa trangkaso?
Most people get better with rest, fluids and medicine for fever and body aches. Antiviral medicine, if prescribed, can help some people, especially those at higher risk, and works best when started early. Antibiotics don't work against the flu virus.
Can I get a flu consult online in the Philippines?
Yes. On Hati Health, a licensed General Physician reviews your symptoms by video or chat and prescribes treatment if it's right for you. Online consult from PHP 480.
Gaano katagal bago gumaling ang trangkaso?
Most people feel better within a week, though cough and tiredness can last 2 weeks or more. See a doctor if you're not improving or your symptoms get worse.
Nakakahawa ba ang trangkaso?
Yes. The flu spreads easily through droplets from coughs and sneezes, and you can pass it on from about a day before symptoms start. Stay home while sick, cover your cough, and wash your hands often.
Ano ang pagkakaiba ng trangkaso at sipon?
The flu usually comes on suddenly with fever, body aches and tiredness, while a cold is milder and mostly affects the nose and throat. The flu is also more likely to cause complications. If you're unsure, a doctor can help.
Kailangan bang magpa-flu vaccine taon-taon?
Yes, a yearly flu vaccine is recommended because flu viruses change over time. It's especially important for children, older adults, pregnant women and people with long-term illnesses. Flu vaccines on Hati Health start at PHP 880.

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Disclaimer

Ang nilalaman ng page na ito ay general health information lang at hindi kapalit ng pagpapatingin sa doctor. Huwag itong gamitin para i-diagnose o gamutin ang sarili. Para sa tamang payo at gamot, kumonsulta sa licensed doctor. Maaaring magbago ang mga presyo at schedule ng doctors nang walang abiso.