HMPV Virus in India: Symptoms, Precautions & Key Facts
Bureau Report, TidingsTrue: 4 years ago the world fought a battle of life with a virus. Whose wounds have not healed till date. The marks of the virus that killed millions of people still remain. But now another virus has created fear in the hearts of people. The name of this virus is HMPV i.e. Human Metapneumovirus.. Is this virus as dangerous as Corona. Is this virus also deadly. What is this virus and how does it spread..what are its symptoms…we will tell you everything. In our report.. stay with us.
China has given the world a lot of viruses along with cheap goods. After Corona, now HMPV virus has reached India thanks to China. So far, three to four cases of this virus have been reported. The surprising thing is that this virus has been found only in small children in India. There is a possibility of increasing the risk of infection with the entry of this virus in India. Because this virus is wreaking havoc in China and Malaysia. But the question arises whether this virus is more dangerous for India or not. Will this virus also wreak havoc like Corona? So we tell you that there is no need to panic about this virus. The Union Health Minister himself says that this virus is not a new virus. This virus was also found in 2001. There is no need to be afraid of this virus. The Health Minister says that India is fully prepared to deal with this virus and monitoring is also being done at every level.
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What is HMPV and its symptoms?
HMPV means Human Metapneumovirus. Which causes respiratory diseases. Most cases of this virus are found in children. More cases are found in children below 5 years of age. When infected, children suffer from cough, cold, fever and in severe cases, difficulty in breathing. This virus spreads when an infected person coughs and sneezes. Also, this virus can spread by touching an infected person. However, there is absolutely no need to panic about this virus. Because this is also like a normal flu. This virus can be cured by normal treatment. Provided this virus is detected in time. This virus spreads the most during spring and winter seasons. The cases that have come up in India have no travel history. This means that this virus is already present in India. But still doctors say that there is a need to be alert and cautious so that one does not get caught by this virus.
How to prevent HMPV?
Like other viruses related to respiratory diseases, this virus can be prevented. For example, you have to wash your hands with soap frequently. Whenever you sneeze or cough, cover your nose and mouth. Or even if someone else coughs or sneezes, cover your mouth and nose with a cloth or use a mask. Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose and mouth repeatedly and whenever you need to touch them, wash your hands with soap. To avoid this virus, you can follow the same guidelines as Corona as a precaution. But do not let any fear enter your heart and mind about this virus. Because this virus is not at all as dangerous as Corona. Just a little caution can save you and your family from this virus.
