DEPENDING ON THE STRAIN of avian flu and the health condition of the host, avian flu can have mild to severe symptoms.
SYMPTOMS IN HUMANS
fatigue
muscle and body aches
altered conciousness
death
high fever
difficulty breathing
seizures
mild fever (100℉ or higher)
runny/stuffy nose
headaches
eye irritation and redness
misshapen or soft egg shells
ruffled feathers
gasping
twisted necks
low coordination
low egg production
wheezing and nasal discharge
sudden death
low energy
purple swelling around neck, legs, eyes, and head
laying down and pedaling
Diarrhea
low appetite
Symptoms of avian flu in cattle include a low appetite, reduced milk production, or thick and discolored milk.
As of April, 2025, severe cases of avian flu are not common in humans, but there is potential for this to shift.
tremors
SYMPTOMS IN POULTRY
MILD SYMPTOMS
SEVERE SYMPTOMS
*most common symptom in humans
purple discoloration head and legs
paralyzed wings
Warning sign of Avian Flu in poultry: drinking less water is an early symptom of avian flu
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