Dangerous new virus... What are the symptoms?

Norovirus infection and symptoms of the disease:

Kerala health Minister Veena George has said that the spread of norovirus in kerala has been confirmed. She also announced to the public to be alert and careful. Norovirus is spread through contaminated water and unclean food. In the wayanad district of kerala alone, 13 people have been confirmed to be infected with the norovirus. It was also revealed that all the 13 victims were students of the Veterinary College.

Chlorination works are about to begin. Drinking water must be kept clean. With proper prevention and treatment, the disease can be cured immediately. It begins to spread from animals. When the virus spreads to humans, it attacks the stomach and causes complications like inflammation of the stomach and intestinal tract. Then causes severe vomiting and diarrhea.

Norovirus does not have a major impact on healthy individuals. But, norovirus is dangerous for children, the elderly, and those suffering from serious illnesses. The virus is transmitted to others through the vomit and excretions of infected individuals. Vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, fever, headache, and body aches are some of the common symptoms of norovirus exposure.

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S Venkateshwari

13/11/2021 10:03 PM