Monto et al identified clinical findings associated with influenza A or B. These can help to identify a patient for further testing or for chemotherapy. The authors are from the University of Michigan, East Virginia Medical School. Glaxo Wellcome Inc.
Diagnostic group for influenza:
(1) influenza active in the community
(2) fever (>= 37.8°C, often > 38°C; odds ratio 3.3)
(3) cough (odds ratio 2.9)
(4) nasal congestion (odds ratio 2.0)
Clinical findings that can be seen in flu-like syndromes negative for influenza virus:
(1) weakness
(2) loss of appetite
(3) sore throat
(4) headache
(5) myalgias
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