In the flu season, colds are often seen in people’s lives as infrequent visitors. In the streets and alleys, the cough and sneezes are like special “background music” this season. Once the flu strikes, many people will consciously choose to take “inflammation medication” in the expectation that they will be able to quickly recover from their illness and rejuvenation. It is, however, an extremely common and dangerous area of misapplication.
The so-called “inflammatory drugs” usually refer, in the medical context, to anti-bacterial drugs, such as the amoxillin, the crotch, and so on. Such drugs are specialized in the fight against bacterial infections, which can reduce inflammatory reactions by inhibiting or eliminating bacteria by interfering with cytowall synthesis, protein synthesis or nucleic acid metabolism. However, most of the cold in the flu season was caused by the virus. In particular, influenza A and B viruses are active during the influenza season, where silent intrusions into human respiratory tracts are carried out in large numbers, causing a series of uncomfortable symptoms. Influenza is usually acute, and patients tend to experience a high temperature of 39°C or higher, accompanied by whole-body symptoms such as cold, weak, headaches and whole-body acid problems, as well as respiratory symptoms such as coughing, ingesting, flue aldicarb and nose plugs. For these virus-induced symptoms, antibacterial drugs are like “boxing on cotton” and are useless. Because the structure and methods of survival of viruses are very different from bacteria, they do not have bacteria-specific structures, such as cell walls, cellular membranes, and antibacterial drugs cannot destroy the structure of the virus or interfere with its metabolic processes, as they do with bacteria.
The use of antibacterial drugs in cold at will, like the placement of a “time bomb” in the body, can cause serious harm. The abuse of antibacterial drugs can seriously damage the micro-ecological balance of the human body itself. Various parts of the human body, such as the oral, intestinal and respiratory tracts, are inhabited by a large number of normal strains, which are like a group of loyal “guardians” who play an indispensable role in maintaining the normal physiological functioning of the human body. Antibacterial drugs, when “attacked” against harmful bacteria, are often difficult to strike with precision, and are likely to kill beneficial bacteria by mistake, leading to intestinal herbology disorders and, in turn, to a range of digestive system problems such as diarrhoea, abdominal swelling and appetite. Even more serious is the chronic abuse of antibacterial drugs, which contributes to the resistance of bacteria. Bacteria evolve into resistance strains in a long-term “anti-bacterial race” with antibacterial drugs. The spread of these drug-resistant bacteria in the population will render the otherwise effective anti-bacterial drugs ineffective, and when the human body is truly exposed to severe bacterial infections, doctors may end up in a drug-free state, posing an unprecedented threat to public health security.
So, what are we supposed to do when we catch a cold in the flu season? If there are only mild cold symptoms, such as only minor nasal plugs, running aldicarb, larynx itching, there is no need to rush to take medication. At this point, we can start with simple and effective self-care measures. Drinking more water is a critical step, and adequate water intake can facilitate metabolism, as in the case of “cleaning plants” inside the body, helping to remove toxins from the body. It is also essential to ensure adequate rest, so that the body’s immune system is sufficiently “rehabilitated” to be repaired and strengthened. In diet, fruits and vegetables, such as oranges, lemons and spinach, which are rich in antioxidating substances such as vitamin C, vitamin E, which are like “charges” to the immune system, can increase the resilience of the body.
If cold conditions are severe, such as high fever, severe coughing and acne, it is important not to take antibacterial drugs on its own. The right and wise approach is to visit the hospital in a timely manner. Doctors generally determine the causes of flu accurately through detailed consultations, medical examinations and necessary laboratory examinations, such as blood protocol, influenza virus testing, etc. If it is determined that the influenza virus is infected and the symptoms are more severe, doctors may develop, on a case-by-case basis, targeted antiviral drugs, such as Ostaway, that can inhibit the replicability and spread of the influenza virus, thus effectively mitigating the symptoms and reducing the pathology. Only when there is a clear and comprehensive examination of the complications of bacterial infections, such as secondary bacterial pneumonia, mesopitis, etc., will doctors carefully select appropriate antibacterial drugs and strictly prescribe the dose, treatment, etc. to ensure their safety and effectiveness.
In addition, prevention measures to understand the flu season are crucial. During the high-prevalence period of influenza, access to densely populated, air-traffic sites, such as malls, cinemas and so on, is minimized. If access is necessary, it is recommended that masks be worn to reduce opportunities for transmission. To maintain good hygiene practices, to wash hands, to use soap and mobile water, and to thoroughly clean hands in accordance with the correct method of washing hands. Increased indoor ventilation, regular window ventilation, fresh air into the room, dilution and release possible viruses. The body ‘ s resilience to influenza viruses, especially among the elderly, children, pregnant women and those suffering from chronic diseases, could also be enhanced by vaccination against influenza, with greater emphasis on vaccination against influenza.
In the flu season, we cannot blindly take “inflammatory drugs” when the flu strikes. Increased awareness of the causes of influenza, better understanding of the correct scope of use of anti-bacterial drugs and adherence to scientifically sound coping strategies, as well as active prevention. Only then will we be able to protect our health in the fight against the cold, while also contributing to the maintenance of the public health environment so that we and those around us can enjoy the flu season.
