“Respiratory diseases” after COVID-19, influenza, RSV, and hMPV have not disappeared anywhere. Come back to spread again Recommend wearing a mask, washing hands, avoiding crowded places. Effective prevention methods
respiratory disease Where have they gone during the COVID-19 outbreak, including influenza, RSV, as well as the hMPV virus that has similar symptoms, with outbreaks occurring during the rainy season to the beginning of winter?
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respiratory disease Advertisement – Continue reading the article below.Over the past 3 years, the respiratory diseases mentioned above have not disappeared. Only during that time people turned their attention to COVID. And have good protection, such as refraining from social gatherings. Wearing a mask Be careful about your interactions with others. This behavior is a by-product. It provides almost complete protection against germs from various respiratory tracts.
Respiratory diseases return to epidemic after COVID
Dr. Opas Karikawinphong, Permanent SecretaryMinistry of Public Health stated that after the COVID-19 outbreak, statistics at the end of 2023 had samples collected from the respiratory systems of people who came to the hospital with respiratory symptoms. in 14 network hospitals, 120-200 samples per week
Influenza virus was found in a proportion as high as 42%, followed by rhinovirus/enterovirus 36.9%, hMPV 9.3%, RSV 6.4%, and COVID-19 another 5.4%. Influenza virus was found in patients. who have symptoms so severe that they must be admitted for treatment in the hospital The highest number was in the age group less than 5 years, followed by the age group 5-17 years and over 65 years, respectively.
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Assoc. Prof. (Special) Dr. Thawee Chotipitayasunon President of the Influenza Education Foundation Speaking in the discussion ‘Where has the flu gone in the COVID-19 era and how should you take care of yourself?’ stating that at present the situation is different. There is a return to daily life and normal activities. causing influenza to spread again
As already mentioned, influenza spreads during the rainy season. But the incubation period for germs is around May-June. Because it’s the opening period. Children go out and do activities together. and is a carrier of the virus to the family Infect the elderly in the home, such as grandparents. The 2 main groups that should build immunity through vaccination are children, who will be the most infected group and be the source of the spread. and the elderly group Risk groups with congenital diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, lungs, kidneys, and brain disease to prevent life-threatening diseases.
Statistics from the World Health Organization (WHO) reveal that if there is no vaccination Influenza infections account for 5-10% of adults and 20-30% of children’s population per year. When calculated from a world population of 7,000 million, it means that up to 700 million adults around the world may be infected with influenza, and this number will be seriously ill and hospitalized. or admitted to the ICU for approximately 5 million people and the death rate for approximately 500,000 people
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RSV virus
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a virus that causes infections in the respiratory system. The scary thing about this virus is that there is no vaccine yet. and can cause severe pneumonia and death.
When infected, it causes inflammation of the bronchial tubes. The trachea produces secretions such as mucus in large quantities along with the contraction of the bronchial tubes. This is because the lining of the bronchi and airways is swollen and inflamed. As a result, it causes panting, fatigue, and difficulty breathing.
It is also highly contagious and contagious from contact with secretions from coughing, sneezing, mucus, saliva, and phlegm of an infected person. and enters the body through the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, mouth or breath. And can spread the virus from 2-3 days to 2 weeks after being infected, and there is an incubation period of 3-5 days before symptoms appear.
In general, symptoms in young children are more severe than in adults. But if it occurs in adults who have lung disease or heart disease, they are considered to be at risk, just like in young children. Symptoms can range from mild symptoms like a common cold, including fever, cough, and runny nose, to bronchitis, pneumonia, and shortness of breath, causing respiratory failure and requiring a ventilator.
RSV infection can cause similar symptoms. COVID-19 infection Therefore, if parents are suspicious or unsure about the symptoms, it is best to take the child to see a doctor for a diagnosis.
Because there is still no vaccine to prevent it and it can happen again. Being careful not to let children get infected with the virus is therefore the best way to prevent it. By washing children’s hands frequently, including parents and people around them should also wash their hands with soap or alcohol gel every time before touching or caring for children. Avoid kissing and kissing children and must wear a protective mask if you feel unwell. Regularly clean children’s toys and equipment and do not take children to crowded places. This can reduce the chance of exposure to germs.
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Human Metapneumovirus
“hMPV” is an abbreviation for Human Metapneumovirus or Human Metapneumovirus. It is a dangerous virus similar to RSV. It’s not a new virus. But it is a virus that is often found. and found it a long time ago From a retrospective study, it was found that hMPV was a pre-existing infection. But it was only discovered in 2001 in the Netherlands.
hMPV is a virus in the same group as RSV that causes acute respiratory infections. Mostly found in young children under 5 years of age and the elderly. by the human metapneumovirus Can be transmitted through mucus, saliva, coughing and sneezing, but only in adults and older children who have good immunity. If infected with this virus, some people may experience symptoms similar to the common cold. Or there may be no symptoms at all.
The symptoms of this disease are similar to influenza, COVID-19, and RSV, including fever, body aches, coughing, phlegm, mucus, fatigue, and difficulty breathing. Difficult to distinguish from other viruses. Must be tested in a laboratory to be able to tell. The incubation period for the disease is approximately 3-5 days. Patients can spread the infection for up to 1-2 weeks after symptoms appear.
Most patients Symptoms of the upper respiratory tract include fever and cough as the leading symptoms. In addition, there is a runny nose. After infection, symptoms may include vomiting, convulsions, rashes, and diarrhea. Abnormal sounds may occur while breathing, such as wheezing. You may also have hypoxia or tissue depletion of oxygen. Enlarged lymph nodes, enlarged liver, and may also stimulate changes in the bronchial tubes. Causes asthma symptoms similar to RSV.
The hMPV virus often enters the lower respiratory tract, bronchial tubes, and lungs in elderly people with underlying medical conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, and kidney disease, causing fatigue. Until needing to give oxygen Some people even have respiratory failure. And like RSV, this virus currently has no vaccine to prevent infection. and treat according to symptoms
At this time, the respiratory disease virus is still in the outbreak stage. Protecting yourself including wearing a face mask Frequent hand washing and avoid places with a lot of people It’s still the most effective method of prevention!!
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2024-01-02 01:37:52
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