讀後心得

A "century baby" named 千千 from mainland China was born at 0:00 on January 1, 2000, and recently passed away from a sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 25. Her mother stated that 千千 had recently contracted influenza A, showing symptoms of fever and abdominal pain, and ultimately fell into a coma after being hospitalized, with her unfortunate death announced on the 9th. Doctors indicated that while sudden cardiac arrest may occur without warning, patients may have presented warning signs earlier. The influenza virus can affect the lungs and increase the risk of complications. They urged the public to seek medical attention early when facing influenza and to get vaccinated to reduce risks.

A woman named 千千 from Shanxi, mainland China, was born at 0:00 on the year 2000 and was known as a "century baby." Recently, she passed away due to sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 25. Dr. Huang stated that sudden death is a type of unexpected natural death; although it seems to have no warning signs, many patients have already exhibited warning signs in the days or even weeks prior to the incident.

According to reports, 千千's mother stated that 千千 was working in music in Tianjin. After contracting influenza A on March 3, she exhibited symptoms of fever and abdominal pain. She only returned home by bus five days later (on March 8). That night, her family took her to a local hospital for treatment, but she unexpectedly fell into a coma on the morning of March 9 and was declared deceased that evening.

Experts point out that after the influenza virus enters the human body, it targets alveolar epithelial cells, especially the type II alveolar cells that maintain lung function. It invades cells by binding to hemagglutinin and sialic acid receptors, successfully entering the cells and replicating in large quantities. As the virus spreads, the immune system immediately activates its defense mechanisms, detecting the presence of the virus through macrophages and epithelial cells, releasing inflammatory signals to summon immune cells. However, the immune response is not always precise; an excessive reaction can bring fatal risks.

Experts indicate that when the immune system overreacts, it can destroy the pulmonary barrier, allowing bacteria to invade. The influenza virus not only directly attacks alveolar cells but also disrupts the natural defenses of the airways, leading to bacteria that should be cleared to remain in the lungs, increasing the risk of secondary bacterial infections, which can lead to severe bacterial pneumonia. Such complications usually present with secondary fever, cough with yellow phlegm, and even sepsis. Experts emphasize that influenza is not an illness to be taken lightly; many severe patients initially only have fever, cough, and fatigue, but may suddenly experience shortness of breath and decreased blood oxygen levels days later. When lung inflammation becomes severe and unable to breathe on its own, intubation or ECMO may be needed to sustain life, and by that time, the survival rate has significantly decreased.

Experts remind us that simply drinking more water and resting is not enough in dealing with influenza. The methods that truly reduce risk include getting vaccinated against influenza and using antiviral medications early. If fever exceeds 39°C, accompanied by extreme fatigue and difficulty breathing, immediate medical attention should be sought.

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