fever (not everyone with flu will have a fever)

cough

body aches

sore throat

runny or stuffy nose

headache

chills

fatigue

sometimes diarrhea and vomiting

sinus infections

ear infections

lung infection (pneumonia)

inflammation of the heart, brain, or muscle

organ failure (for example, respiratory and kidney failure)

sepsis, which can be deadly

fast breathing or trouble breathing

bluish lips or face

ribs pulling in with each breath

chest pain

severe muscle pain (child refuses to walk)

dehydration (no urine for 8 hours, dry mouth, no tears when crying)

not alert or interacting when awake

seizures

fever above 104°F

in children less than 12 weeks old, any fever

fever or cough that improve but then return or worsen

worsening of chronic medical conditions

difficulty breathing or shortness of breath

persistent pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen

persistent dizziness, confusion, inability to arouse

seizures

not urinating

severe muscle pain

severe weakness or unsteadiness

fever or cough that improve but then return or worsen

worsening of chronic medical conditions

young children

children with neurologic conditions

pregnant women

adults 65 years and older

anyone with these conditions

antibiotic-resistant infections, which are difficult to treat and cure

C. diff infection, which causes severe diarrhea that can lead to severe colon damage and death.

Children younger than 6 months: only give acetaminophen.

Children 6 months or older: acetaminophen or ibuprofen can be given.

Children younger than 4 years old: do not use unless specifically directed by a doctor. Use of over-the-counter cough and cold medicines in young children can result in serious and potentially life-threatening side effects.

Children 4 years or older: discuss with your child’s doctor if over-the-counter cough and cold medicines are safe to give to your child for temporary symptom relief.

Try to avoid contact with sick people.

If you are sick, limit contact with others as much as possible to keep from infecting them.

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. After using a tissue,

Wash your hands often with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand rub.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. Germs spread this way.

Clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that may be contaminated with germs like flu.