Increasing threat of Hantavirus
At present, the threat of two viruses is looming simultaneously across the world. Their names are Ebola and Hantavirus. Ebola is spreading in Africa and cases have been reported in some countries. Although no cases have been registered in India yet, experts say that caution is necessary. People should know about the symptoms, causes and prevention of these two viruses.
about this Dr. LH Ghotekar, Professor in the Department of Medicine, Lady Hardinge Medical College and Associate Hospital. states that Ebola and Hantavirus Both are dangerous viral infections, but their method of spread and symptoms are different. Ebola virus can be transmitted from one person to another, but the possibility of this happening with Hantavirus is less. Hantavirus does not spread that fast. Whereas Ebola can spread. The matter of concern is that there is no vaccine available for Hantavirus yet. Whereas the Ebola vaccine has been made.
What is the difference between Ebola and Hantavirus? How to recognize their symptoms
Ebola is a serious viral infection that spreads through contact with an infected person’s blood, body fluids, or infected animals. Its symptoms look like this.
severe headache
high fever
weakness
Vomit
Diarrhea
internal bleeding
What is Hantavirus?
Hantavirus is an infection that usually spreads through contact with rats. Particles of urine, feces or saliva of infected rats can reach humans by mixing in the air. There was an outbreak of this virus on a cruise ship. Since then its cases are continuously increasing. These symptoms are seen in Hantavirus.
high fever
body and muscle pain
Tiredness
respiratory distress
How much danger is there in India from Ebola and Hanta virus?
Dr. Ghotekar says that at present there have been no cases of Ebola and Hantavirus in India. There is no need to panic in India. However, it is important that people remain cautious. Along with this, it is also important that those coming from abroad should be screened. So that the infected can be identified in time.
How to protect yourself from Ebola and Hanta viruses
eat food after washing hands
Avoid contact with rats
Avoid going to areas where there are cases of these viruses
Go to the doctor as soon as symptoms appear.
