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India So far 9 cases of HMPV virus have been reported in India. According to media reports, cases have increased so much in China that hospitals are falling short of beds. Fear about this is increasing all over the world.
However, before moving ahead, let us tell you that at present there is nothing to fear about this virus. Like any sensible and aware person, one just needs to be cautious.
In most of the cases reported in India, the age of children is less than 1 year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), young children, the elderly and people with weak immune systems are most at risk from the HMPV virus. However, we need to think beyond this.
Symptoms of HMPV infection match those of corona virus. The complications caused by this are more or less similar to the complications caused by Corona virus. With severe infection with the HMPV virus, there is a risk of developing pneumonia and bronchitis.
Corona virus had caused the most harm to those people whose lungs were already weak. People who suffered from asthma, diabetes or hypertension. Exactly the same is happening in the case of HMPV virus.
so today ‘medical certificate‘We will know which people are at greater risk from HMPV virus. You will also learn that-
- Who can have complications from this?
- What precautions should they take?
Expert: Dr. Ankit Patel, General Physician, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Jaipur
Children and elderly are at greater risk
Young children and the elderly are most at risk from the HMPV virus. Actually, the immune system of small children is not fully developed. Whereas when the age is above 60 years, the immune system starts becoming weak. Therefore, they have a higher risk of infection by HMPV virus or any other pathogen than others.
Viral infection and respiratory illness are caused by HMPV virus. Therefore, those people whose lungs are already weak are facing more complications.
Who is at risk from HMPV virus?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), some people all over the world are vulnerable all the time. Even small diseases can cause great harm to them. It is quite possible that due to HMPV virus, most people will see normal flu-like symptoms, whereas for vulnerable people, it is no less than a disaster.
Physician Dr. Ankit Patel says that if someone has severe diabetes or hypertension. They have to take medicines daily to keep these conditions under control, so infection with HMPV virus can worsen the health condition.
Which people may have more complications?
Dr. Ankit Patel says that if a person is already suffering from any chronic health condition, then he may have serious health problems due to HMPV virus. Now, since the lungs and respiratory system are most affected by the HMPV virus, people who smoke or have chronic lung conditions like asthma may suffer more damage. The main reason for this is that the lungs of these people are already weak.
It is exactly the same that if an earthquake occurs, the weakest building suffers the most damage. Apart from this, who else can get serious health problems from HMPV virus, see the graphic:
How to prepare yourself to fight HMPV virus?
If the risk of HMPV virus is to be reduced then first of all necessary changes will have to be made in lifestyle. If you smoke, quit it immediately. If you are overweight then try to reduce it. First of all, try to reduce the fat accumulated around the waist.
Take 7-8 hours of deep sleep every day. This will help in reducing stress and also helps in healing of all the organs. Apart from this, you can practice yoga or meditation for stress management. During this period, keep taking a healthy and balanced diet. This will prepare the body to fight the virus. This means that the immune system will recover to some extent.
Also take necessary measures to avoid virus infection. For this, take care of hygiene and keep washing hands with soap frequently. Apart from this, what other precautions need to be taken, see in the graphic:
Some common questions and answers related to HMPV
Question: In how many days does HMPV virus infection get cured?
answer: Most healthy people usually recover within 7-10 days. However, in severe cases, people may take longer to recover and may need to be hospitalized. People with weak immunity, smokers and people with chronic lung disease are at greater risk. Apart from this, people suffering from severe diabetes and hypertension may also have serious health problems.
Question: Will this infection be cured by taking antibiotics?
answer: No, no antibiotics work against HMPV because it is not a bacteria. However, no antiviral drug has been prepared to combat it. No vaccine has yet been developed for the HMPV virus.
Question: Can HMPV virus infection be cured by staying at home?
answer: Yes, this can be cured only by staying at home. If someone is experiencing common cold like symptoms after HMPV infection, then it can be cured by consulting a doctor and taking necessary medicines by staying at home. During this period, do not take medicines on your own.
Recovery from HMPV infection can be done at home. Despite this, one should isolate oneself. Until you recover, you should avoid going to crowded places and wear a mask while talking to anyone. This is because the infected person can cause the virus to spread. If people with weak immunity come under its influence, they may have to face serious health problems.
Question: Is HMPV virus a seasonal disease?
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