Thursday, January 31, 2008
WHAT'S GOING AROUND - What's Not!!
Influenza A & B, Strep, Bronchitis, Mono, and Pink Eye
Influenza A has the following symptoms: Fever over 101F. Children with the flu tend to have even higher fevers: 103 - 105.
Chills/sweats Headache
Loss of appetite Dry Cough
Muscular aches/pains especially in your back, arms, and legs
Nasal congestion Fatigue/weakness
Diarrhea/vomiting - for kids not usually for adults
Initially, the flu may seem like a common cold, with a runny nose, sneezing and sore throat. But, colds usually develop slowly, whereas the flu tends to come on suddenly. Usually you feel much worse with the flu.
So, if your child is complaining of not feeling well - please, take the time to check them over before sending them to school - if you have to give your child tylenol/motrin for a low grade temp - they should probably just stay at home!
Thanks - Beth Gustafson, RN - School Nurse
Influenza A has the following symptoms: Fever over 101F. Children with the flu tend to have even higher fevers: 103 - 105.
Chills/sweats Headache
Loss of appetite Dry Cough
Muscular aches/pains especially in your back, arms, and legs
Nasal congestion Fatigue/weakness
Diarrhea/vomiting - for kids not usually for adults
Initially, the flu may seem like a common cold, with a runny nose, sneezing and sore throat. But, colds usually develop slowly, whereas the flu tends to come on suddenly. Usually you feel much worse with the flu.
So, if your child is complaining of not feeling well - please, take the time to check them over before sending them to school - if you have to give your child tylenol/motrin for a low grade temp - they should probably just stay at home!
Thanks - Beth Gustafson, RN - School Nurse
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