HMPV Case LIVE Updates: More than 15 Human metapneumovirus (HMPV) cases have been detected in several parts of India this season . Three cases have been reported in Puducherry and five in Gujarat. Meanwhile, Assam reported its first case this season on Monday.
Meanwhile, China said the rate of infections in the northern part of the couuntry is declining. “The human metapneumovirus is not a new virus, and has been with humans for at least several decades,” said Wang Liping, a researcher at the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, during a press briefing by China’s National Health Commission.
Earlier, China said that it was in close communication with the World Health Organisation (WHO) related to the situation of respiratory diseases, including HMPV.
HMPV symptoms
It is difficult to distinguish HMPV infection from other viral infections like flu and influenza. The common symptoms of HMPV are cough, fever, sore throat, runny nose and body and headache.
HMPV detection and treatment
Most health experts have highlighted that HMPV tests in patients with the mentioned symptoms are not necessary as there is no treatment for HMPV infection. Doctors focus on symptomatic treatment where they prescribe OTC medicines, inhalers, etc.
HMPV cases in India prevention
The easiest way to prevent HMPV infection is to take necessary precautions while staying outside. The World Health Organisation advises people to wear mask when outside, wash hands regularly, and maintain a balanced and healthy diet to prevent getting infected with HMPV.
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