Common cold

- Is a viral infectious disease of the upper respiratory system.

Signs and symptoms

Cough Sore throat Muscle aches Fatique Headaches Fever Shivering

Medication and Alternative Medication

Increase in fluid intake Bed rest Antibiotics is not a medication in colds

Prevention
Proper hand washing Proper hygiene Usage of disinfectant Avoid area of lots of smokers Avoid unnecessary antibiotics Enough rest and eat

Cough
is a sudden and often repetitively occurring reflex which helps to clear the large breathing passages from secretions, irritants, foreign particles and microbes.

Diarrhea
is the condition of having three or more loose or liquid bowel movements per day It is a common cause of death in developing countries and the second most common cause of infant deathsworldwide

Signs and symptoms

Cramping Abdominal pain Nausea Fever

Medication and Alternative Medication

In most cases of diarrhea, replacing lost fluid to prevent dehydration is the only treatment necessary. Medicines that stop diarrhea may be helpful, but they are not recommended for people whose diarrhea is caused by a bacterial infection or parasite. If you stop the diarrhea before having purged the bacteria or parasite, you will trap the organism in the intestines and prolong the problem. Rather, doctors usually prescribe antibiotics as a firstline treatment. Viral infections are either treated with medication or left to run their course, depending on the severity and type of virus.

Prevention
Do not drink tap water or use it to brush your teeth. Do not drink unpasteurized milk or dairy products. Do not use ice made from tap water. Avoid all raw fruits and vegetables, including lettuce and fruit salads, unless they can be peeled and you peel them yourself. Do not eat raw or rare meat and fish. Do not eat meat or shellfish that is not hot when served. Do not eat food from street vendors.

Influenza (Flu)
It is an infectious disease caused by RNA virus of the family Orthomyxoviridae affecting mammals and birds.

Types of Influenza
Influeza A H1N1 Spanish flu or Swine flu H2N2 Asian flu H5N1 Bird flu H3N1 Hong Kong flu Influenza B Influenza C

Signs and Symptoms

Fever and extreme chills Headache Fatigue Body aches Watering eyes Reddening of the eyes, mouth, throat, and nose

Medication and Alternative Medication

As early as possible, use antiviral medicines If not cured, better bring the patient to a physician Bed rest and increase fluid intake might help together with antiviral medicines