Symptoms of HMPV: These days, the atmosphere of terror is increasing again in the country and the world. People are once again remembering the horrific scene of Covid-19. The reason is the rapid spread of a new virus, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China.
According to reports, many people have been infected with this virus in China so far. The situation is that people are not even getting beds for treatment in the hospital. Here in India too, three children have been found infected with HMPV, due to which people are very scared. Two children aged three and eight months in Bengaluru and a 2-month-old child in Chandkheda area of ​​Ahmedabad have been found positive for HMPV (cases of HMPV virus in India). He is undergoing treatment in the hospital.
HMPV is already present in the country.
However, experts are also saying that this virus is already present here. This is not a new thing. In November last year, a child was found infected with it. The infected children have no travel history. These children have no history of traveling to China, Malaysia or any other country. HMPV is a virus that has been present in India for a long time. It is possible that this could be its new variant. In such a situation, there is no need to panic or worry too much. You need to be careful so that you do not fall victim to this virus.
What is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)?
Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a virus that mainly spreads during cold weather. If it becomes more severe, it can reach the lungs and cause pneumonia. This causes breathing problems. It affects children and the elderly more. This virus was first identified in 2001.
How is HMPV spread?
It can be spread by coughing, sneezing, shaking hands or even touching an infected person. If infected, symptoms appear after five days. To a large extent, its symptoms are similar to those of the coronavirus. Perhaps this is why people are so afraid of this virus.
Symptoms of HMPV?
Its symptoms are very similar to the initial symptoms of COVID-19. Some of the symptoms are as follows-
- Cold Sore
- Throat
- Headache
- Fever
- Feeling cold
- Runny nose
- Cough
- Difficulty breathing
- Serious symptoms can include lung infection.
- Patients suffering from respiratory diseases, asthma and lung should be careful.
Measures to prevent HMPV
What to do:
- Wear a mask when leaving the house.
- Do not come in contact with an infected person.
- Cover your mouth with a tissue while coughing and sneezing.
- Drink plenty of water. Eat nutritious and homemade food.
- Get enough sleep.
- Keep washing your hands with soap, use sanitizer.
- Clean your hands thoroughly even while eating.
- Take a bath every day. Take care of hygiene.
- If you notice the above symptoms, consult a doctor.
What not to do:
- If symptoms appear, do not take medicine on your own.
- Avoid touching or being close to an infected person.
- Do not use the handkerchief, belongings, etc. of an infected person.
- Do not stay in crowded places for long.
- Avoid touching your mouth, eyes, nose repeatedly with dirty hands.
- Do not take any medicine on your own without the advice of a doctor.
- Do not share your clothes, handkerchief, towel, etc. with anyone.
