HPMV Virus Reaches India: Infection Confirmed in 8-Month-Old

HMPV Virus in India: The havoc of the HMPV virus is spreading rapidly in China, due to which not only China but people all over the world are scared. Meanwhile, Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has been found in an 8-month-old child in Bengaluru, India. In such a situation, it has become a matter of great concern for India. It is being told that the 8-month-old child was admitted to a private hospital due to persistent fever. During this, the virus has been confirmed by regular blood tests.

At present, no confirmation of any kind has been made by the Karnataka Health Department, but sources in the department told Zee News that the sample has been sent to Pune by the hospital to find out the type of virus. Let us tell you that the 8-month-old child infected with the virus has no history of travel to China, so people are very surprised.

The HMPV virus found in India is different. However, there is no clarity on what is the connection between the virus reported in China and the strain found here, a health source said that we have to wait for confirmation before commenting.

What are the symptoms of the HMPV virus?

Let us tell you that the symptoms of the HMPV virus look like normal flu, which is as follows-

Frequent cough
Persistent fever
Runny or stuffy nose
Sore throat
Wheezing in the chest
Difficulty in breathing
Rashes, etc.

How does the HMPV virus spread?

Let us tell you that in most cases the HMPV virus spreads more when coughing and sneezing. Apart from this, this virus can also spread rapidly by touching infected people or shaking hands.

Some experts say that the HMPV virus is always present around us, but it becomes more active when the cold increases. In such a situation, it catches people fast in the cold.

How to prevent it?

If you want to avoid the HMPV virus, then follow some important tips, such as
Be sure to wear a mask before leaving the house.
Clean your hands thoroughly after meeting any infected person.
Avoid going to crowded areas.
Keep your house thoroughly clean.
After returning home from the hospital, clean your hands, face, nose, etc. thoroughly, etc.