Symptoms of Swine Flu
The symptoms of swine flu are broadly the same as those of ordinary flu, but may be more severe and cause more serious complications.
The typical symptoms are:
· High temperature \ fever, and
2 other symptoms including:
· sudden cough
· headache
· tiredness,
· aching muscles,
· limb or joint pain,
· diarrhoea or stomach upset,
· sore throat,
· runny nose,
· sneezing
Before you call you can check your symptoms and simple steps you can take to control symptoms and minimise further infection at
http://www.nhs.uk/AlertsEmergencies/Pages/Pandemicflualert.aspx
If you need assistance when the surgery is closed you can call Herts Urgent Care on 03000 33 33 33
Please be aware that all services are very busy during this outbreak of flu