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Influenza
An acute viral infection of the respiratory tract, occurring in isolated cases, in epidemics, or in pandemics; it is caused by serologically different strains of viruses (influenzaviruses) designated A, B, and C, has a 3-day incubation period, and usually lasts for 3 to 10 days. It is marked by inflammation of the nasal mucosa, pharynx, and conjunctiva; headache; myalgia; often fever, chills, and prostration; and occasionally involvement of the myocardium or central nervous system.
- Identifiers
- MONDO:0005812
- Also known as
- flu · influenza infection · Influenza with other manifestations · orthomyxoviridae caused disease or disorder · orthomyxoviridae disease or disorder
Subtypes
| Disease | Subtypes |
|---|---|
| Avian influenza | |
| Swine influenza |
Rare disease
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