Swine flu is widely spread, in some countries like UK its already present and in some countries is developing, but even in the countries where its been developed no many people know about it, so this thread is to inform people of the symptoms of swine flu.

The first noticeable symptoms of swine flu include fever, which is generally higher than 100°F or 37.8°C. Also noticeable and first symptoms include body aches, fatigue, and sore throat. Only some patients may get other symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting and a runny nose.

A child who may have swine flu may have the following symptoms which are quite serious:

-fast breathing or problems in breathing
-constant vomiting
-gray skin color
-not waking up as normal or not reacting
-being irritable

If you or your child seem to have a flu, which lasts more than 5 days or so then its suggested that you go to the doctor.

Swine flu symptoms are like any other flu and so there is no way to detect it except a blood test. Swine flu is also not such a fatal disease as it is made out to be by the media. If flu symptoms persist for long or fever refuses to come down, blood test is recommended. Anti-viral medication, taking plenty of fluids and rest is all that is required to beat the virus.

Good info Faaria, its true that not many people know very well of the symptoms, so its important to make people aware of this.

Although it is said to be just like any other seasonal flu, it can be deadly to those who have other illnesses like asthma, diabetes etc. Good thing drug companies are already testing the new vaccines against swine flu.

Yes this is very alarming as I've heard its very contagious and deadly. A few days ago my office mate had a fever and I was very concerned that it might be swine flu good thing that you were able to post this symptoms at least I should look first for the signs of swine flu before i panic.