H3N2 flu and covid-19: is it possible to catch it at the same time?
H3N2 flu and covid-19 is it possible to catch it at the same time ? This is a frequent doubt.
Because in a time of increase in coronavirus cases around the world and reports of H3N2 flu, many wonder if it is possible to be infected by both diseases at the same time.
In addition, testing for both syndromes is the most indicated strategy.
Therefore, in view of the suspicion of H3N2 flu and or coronavirus, it is correct, and desirable, that a test be carried out both for both diseases.
H3N2 and covid-19 flu is possible to catch at the same time:
Yes, even with low probability, simultaneous contamination by Covid-19 and the Influenza virus is possible.
In addition, according to specialist Dalcolmo, says that the H3N2 flu and covid-19 is possible to catch at the same time , although the probability is small.
She also points out that although it is unlikely it is possible for an individual to contract both viruses at the same time.
In addition, Margareth Dalcomo, a researcher at the Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (Fiocruz) also indicated that vaccination for both flu syndromes, even if the current immunizer available in Brazil does not cover the variant of the H3N2 virus .
She also claims that both the Omicron strain of Covid-19 and the Darwin strain of Influenza contain very similar symptoms. For this reason, it may be possible for someone to become infected with both pathogens.
It is unlikely, but possible is, there is no doubt, both diseases are easily contagious that the H3N2 flu and covid-19 is possible to catch at the same time.
How to differentiate H3N2 flu from covid-19:
The H3N2 flu and covid-19 have similar symptoms, so it is difficult to know which of these diseases is present in the body.
In addition, the ideal is to do a triage of the emergency room, to carry out the exam to detect which diseases this organism, explains França.
However, better than treating and preventing, both to reduce the risk of complications and the number of people in hospitals.
Therefore, doctors reinforce the importance of getting vaccinated against the flu.
Differences in symptoms of H3N2 flu and covid-19:
The H3N2 flu is also called Influenza A, this disease has acute symptoms in the first few days that can include high fever , chills , muscle pain, cough , sore throat , intense malaise, loss of appetite , runny nose and nasal congestion.
On the other hand, in cases of Covid-19 , the disease begins to evolve from the 7th day onwards, and may or may not lead to respiratory failure.
In addition, some symptoms include sore throat , body ache mainly in the lower back, nasal congestion, loss of smell and taste, headache , muscle fatigue, fever and cough .