Enteroviruses have begun to spread, and only by knowing the symptoms and transmission methods of enteroviruses can we effectively respond to enterovirus infections. However, the symptoms of enterovirus are similar to those of common cold, flu, and new coronary pneumonia, and the main source of infection is also human. When symptoms appear, it is difficult to judge whether it is an enterovirus infection. Next, the article will analyze the 4 common symptoms of enteroviruses, as well as the infection and prevention methods of enteroviruses, so as to easily stay away from enteroviruses.
4 common symptoms of enterovirus
Sore throat and fever are common symptoms of enteroviruses, but now there are common colds, flu or new coronary pneumonia, etc., sore throat and fever also occur. So how to identify enterovirus?Are parents okay?Please come to Dr. Huang Yuning to show you the 4 obvious symptoms of enterovirus.
1. Hand, foot and mouth disease
Unidentified small blisters appear on the body, mainly on the palms and soles of the feet, but there are also cases of growing on the joints.
2. Herpetic angina
There are obvious holes and blisters in the throat and mouth, which can cause mouth ulcers and even vomiting in severe cases.
3. Unexplained fever
Unexplained sudden fever is the second most common symptom of enterovirus, so once you have a fever, you must not treat it lightly, so as not to miss the opportunity to treat enterovirus.
4. Asymptomatic
More than 70% of adults are asymptomatic after being infected with enterovirus, so they often infect children without knowing it.
Transmission route of enterovirus
according toCDC IntroductionHumans are the only source of infection for enteroviruses, which are mainly transmitted through saliva, droplets, coughing, sneezing and excrement. Enteroviruses appear in the throat, feces, and are contagious before a person becomes ill. And one week after the onset, the infectivity will increase greatly, and it will last for 8 to 12 months.
Does enterovirus have an incubation period?
Enteroviruses have an incubation period, according toCDC AdvocacyAfter being infected with enterovirus, symptoms will appear in the shortest 2 days, and the longest may be about 10 days.
4 ways to prevent enterovirus
Physician Huang Yuning shared 4 ways to prevent enteroviruses, mainly through cleaning and disinfection to achieve the effect of preventing enteroviruses.
1. Wash your hands frequently
Enteroviruses are usually hidden in the oil on the hands, which cannot be washed off with just water. So as long as you use soap, hand sanitizer, etc. to remove oily cleaning products, and wash your hands with the “bow and wrist” method, you can wash off the enterovirus on your hands.
2. Disinfect properly
To eliminate enteroviruses in the environment, disinfection with chlorine bleach is required to be effective. The recommended dilution ratio with bleach is 1:100.
3. Breast milk enhances resistance
There are many cases of enterovirus infection in newborn babies, and the disease may become more serious. Breastfeeding more helps to improve the newborn’s resistance and reduce the chance of viral infection.
4. Change clothes after returning home
When you go out, you will always pass by places where people come and go. At this time, enterovirus may be transmitted through the air and attached to the clothes through contact. Change clothes immediately after returning home to reduce the chance of infecting your family members with the virus.
How to identify enterovirus disinfection products?
CDC advocates, Some products in the market will claim to have the effect of killing enteroviruses. It is recommended to check the relevant inspection report before purchasing to check whether the product has the effect of inhibiting enterovirus. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also reminded that the current effective ways to disinfect enteroviruses are only chlorine-containing bleach, boiling, and sun exposure.
Enterovirus 71 can cause serious complications
CDC advisesEnterovirus 71 is prone to complications, and children under the age of 5 are a high-risk group for severe illness. When a child is infected with enterovirus, pay special attention to the changes within 7 days. If there are symptoms of drowsiness, unconsciousness, poor vitality, weakness of hands and feet, or sudden muscle contraction, rapid heartbeat and other severe precursors, they should be sent to the hospital for diagnosis and treatment immediately. .
Enterovirus treatment
CDC explainedAt present, there is no specific drug for enterovirus, and the only adjuvant treatments are fever reduction, cough relief and intravenous drip. Under normal circumstances, most patients infected with enterovirus can recover within 7 to 10 days after the onset of the disease. If the symptoms of enterovirus are severe or even complications occur, they should be sent to a large hospital for treatment immediately.
further reading
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Responsible editor / Liang Yuyao
2023-04-26 03:58:43
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