HMPV virus Symptoms: There is concern about the spread of another new virus in China. These are the symptoms of the virus, which was identified in 2001.
–Galla S Kiran Kumar, Bureau Chief The news that another virus is spreading in China and people are queuing up in front of hospitals on a large scale is once again shaking the world. Human metapneumovirus (HMPV), which was identified in 2001, is one of the reasons for the cases currently emerging in the country of the dragon. Its impact is seen more in the northern part of China. Asian countries have also paid attention to it. So what are its symptoms? How to prevent it? (HMPV Outbreak)
Medical experts have revealed that the symptoms of HMPV virus are similar to those of the flu and other respiratory infections. Cough, fever, nasal congestion, and difficulty breathing are seen. In people with severe cases, the virus can lead to bronchitis and pneumonia. It takes three to six days for symptoms to appear. According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), children, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems are more likely to get infected
Spread like this..
- Droplets from coughing and sneezing
- Close contact, shaking hands, and touching with people infected with the virus
- Touching the mouth, nose, or eyes after touching surfaces that have been contaminated with the virus
Prevention is like this..
With small precautions, we can prevent the spread of this virus.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap for 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your face with unwashed hands.
- Keep a distance from people infected with the virus
- Clean frequently touched areas
- People infected with the virus should cover their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing. They should wash their hands afterwards.
- Those people should make sure they don’t share their belongings with others.
- Doctors suggest that it is better to rest at home when symptoms appear than to go out in groups. They say that this can help prevent the spread.
