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Old 09-26-2009, 01:41 AM
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Originally Posted by cajmom View Post
I know that those are the normal symptoms of the flu but are there any other symptoms that may give way that it may be swine flu? I just want to know because if my DS starts feeling like this, or some kid at school, I want to know if it is just reg flu or swine flu? Also, is there a vacc for the swine flu or will the reg flu shot work? Thanks!
They are working on or have a swine flu vaccine. Certain groups will be getting priority. The regular flu shot is for different strains. I will get the regular one and not the swine one. There's really not much difference between "regular" influenza and swine flu. You treat the symptoms and watch for any complications. My son (18) ended up with ear infections in both ears. I wouldn't get all hyped up about swine flu if you don't get all hyped up every year when flu season hits. You just have to be vigilent with any influenza for complications.
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