Danger of Hantavirus from rats
The threat of Hantavirus is currently looming in the world. Cases of this virus are increasing. Its infection occurs from rats to humans. There are rats in the house also. In such a situation, is there any danger of this virus? What are the signs that increase the risk of virus? Let us know about this from experts. In medical terms, Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome is a viral infection that can reach humans through contact with infected rats and mice.
According to experts, Hantavirus It spreads through urine, feces and saliva of infected rats. When their dry particles get mixed in the air and a person inhales them, the risk of infection can increase. This risk is considered higher especially in closed rooms, warehouses and dirty places. Although not every rat has this virus nor has any case of it been reported in India yet, there is still a need to be careful. If these signs are visible in the house then there is a need to be careful.
Be sure to pay attention to these signs
If there is a strange smell in your house and the number of rats in the house is high then it is a sign that rats can spread the infection. If any item kept in the house is gnawed, then it is a sign that the number of rats in the house has increased. If any room in your house has been closed for a long time, then open it and clean it. While cleaning rooms that have been closed for a long time, virus particles can spread in the air. If someone at home suddenly has high fever and body pain, do not take it lightly and contact a doctor.
Is there a threat of Hantavirus in India?
Epidemiologist Dr. Jugal Kishore says that there are rats in many houses in India. This does not mean that Hantavirus will spread here. There is no case of this virus here nor is it that this virus occurs in all rats. Only one or two rats in lakhs get infected by it. In such a situation, there is no need to panic.
