Punjab's Ludhiana district worst hit by swine flu; 54 cases and 11 deaths in two months
Ludhiana , October 27: Punjab is witnessing an increase in swine flu (H1N1 influenza) case. In the last two months, 54 swine flu cases and 11 deaths have been reported in Ludhiana district, which has become a hotspot for the virus. As many as 10 patients are admitted in hospitals.
As per the Health Department, for the first time since 2018, many swine flu cases have been reported in Ludhiana district. Ludhiana district has turned into a hotspot of H1N1 influenza, also known as swine flu, as the maximum number of deaths and cases have been reported from here, the government has confirmed.
Swine flu symptoms
The symptoms are similar to that of seasonal flu which include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some patients also report diarrhea and vomiting.
Symptoms are usually mild and pass within one to two weeks. But some people are at higher risk of serious illness, especially those with underlying health problems.
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Emergency signs and symptoms
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Chest pain
- Ongoing dizziness
- Seizures
- Worsening of existing medical conditions
- Severe weakness or muscle pain
Emergency signs and symptoms in children
- Difficulty breathing
- Blue lips
- Chest pain
- Dehydration
- Severe muscle pain
- Seizures
- Worsening of existing medical conditions