Avian Influenza Symptom
The Avian Influenza Symptoms in Birds & Humans
Avian influenza is viral infection that happens in birds
and is usually carried by wild birds which seem not to be
affected by the same but infect the domesticated birds such
as the chickens, turkeys and ducks once they get in touch
with them.
Symptoms in Birds
Avian influenza will affect the internal organs of the domesticated
birds hence causing symptoms like ruffled feathers and low
egg production. In the more severe cases the birds will die
within 36-48 hours of contacting the virus.
The other bird flu symptoms are lack of normal activity from
the birds and no normal appetite. If you are not attentive
you can easily overlook the avian influenza symptoms, as they
are not very obvious until the bird dies. Avian influenza
does not happen in humans but there have been cases of humans
affected by the same from either eating affected bird or eggs.
Symptoms in Humans
The symptoms of avian influenza in humans are such as severe
muscle ache, headache, vomiting and other flu like symptoms.
If you see any of the above mentioned symptoms, you need to
contact a doctor as soon as possible for immediate treatment
for the same.
Influenza can be deadly in certain cases, every year there
are several cases recorded of people who died due to influenza
virus hence, it is important for you to be aware of the symptoms.
Useful Tips
If you suspect or notice that any of your birds carry the
avian flu, you will have to contact the veterinary immediately
for a proper diagnostic and the removal of your birds, any
delay might cause serious harm to you and your family.
There are avian flu vaccines available today, which you should
receive the suggestion.
Being informed in this case is key to healthy birds and
family alike.
Your domestic animals and birds too require regular check
up from a qualified doctor in order to make sure that you
have access to healthy poultry. Even though avian flu is not
contagious, prevention is always better than cure, it is better
to take the required precautions or make extra sure rather
than having to deal with a life and death matter. Be educated
and understand the dangers which can harm you and your family
should you choose to neglect any visible symptom that is out
of the common and which resembles to those of the avian flu.
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