this Influenza and Influenza A, Covid-19 and Colds leading to these Emergency consultation days exceed 70%Dr. Francisco Sánchez, director of the emergency department at Quirónsalud Córdoba Hospital, said gatherings of friends and family during the Christmas holidays can exacerbate the situation and cases could increase if someone becomes infected.
Dr. Sanchez explained that in recent days Emergencies caused by respiratory infections increased Different kinds, “Up to more than 70% and still rising.”, the highest incidence rates are expected in the coming weeks. In this sense, he insisted on the importance of “not forgetting the protective measures we take in the event of an epidemic.” Covid-19 pandemic begins They have been proven to be significantly effective in reducing infections. “
The doctor recalled, “We had measures to reduce cases, such as Flu and Covid-19 vaccinations among at-risk populations.In addition, if you develop symptoms and go to crowded places, please use a mask, ventilate the confined space, maintain hand hygiene, and avoid contact Susceptible groups, the effectiveness of these recommendations has been proven to help reduce infections and protect us. “
Regardless, the cold increases the risk of respiratory tract infections because, due to lower temperatures, Dry nasal mucosa, reducing its function as a barrier to entry for these viruses.this low temperature performance deterioration Our immune systems are affected and we now spend more time in enclosed spaces with other people, which facilitates the airborne spread of microorganisms.
The most common diseases in winter are cold Common, caused by a variety of respiratory viruses Inflammation of the throat and nasal area. It’s important to treat colds well because they can sometimes lead to more serious illnesses, such as otitis media, pneumonia, and bronchitis.
Influenza is the most common viral infection in winter, and cases of influenza A have also increased this year.The course of influenza is Muscle aches, fever, tiredness, mucus in the nose, and feeling of suffocation, this is important because in some cases pneumonia may develop and require hospitalization. Pneumonia is caused by a bacterial, viral or fungal infection that produces a high fever and a feeling of suffocation. Diagnosis requires a chest X-ray and auscultation by a doctor.This is one of the reasons Hospital admissions are more frequent at this timeEspecially children, the elderly or patients with previous bronchial lesions.
Covid-19 infection can cause flu-like symptoms. Diagnosing it is important to prevent the spread of the virus within the family, especially during these holidays and if there are susceptible people. Acute laryngitis, acute pharyngeal tonsillitis and acute bronchitis are the most common respiratory diseases today.
Dr. Sanchez insists that in front of Common symptoms that cannot be relieved by antipyretics, such as high fever (paracetamol, ibuprofen), feeling of lack of air (difficulty breathing) and/or chest pain, it is best to go to the emergency room as these symptoms may indicate respiratory complications such as pneumonia.