Nipah Virus: Nipah virus is a serious infection that spreads from animals to humans. According to the ‘World Health Organization’, this serious disease affects animals as well as humans. Bats and pigs are the most contagious in this disease. The virus has started spreading rapidly in Kerala once again. To avoid this, the government is trying to take strict steps. Let us know in detail the symptoms of Nipah virus in this article.
What is Nipah virus?
Nipah virus was first identified in 1998-99. The first cases of Nipah virus were reported from Kampung Sungai Nipah in Malaysia. More than 250 people were found to be infected with this virus.
What is Nipah virus and how dangerous it is
Nipah virus (NIV) is a type of zoonotic virus that spreads from animals to humans and then to other people. Nipah virus mainly spreads from bats and pigs to humans. The risk of this virus increases by coming in contact with animals or their bodily fluids. It can cause fever, vomiting, respiratory disease and swelling in the brain. This virus is fatal. Its symptoms usually appear within 4 to 14 days.
What are the symptoms of Nipah virus
Have a fever
Vomit
Headache
Cough
sore throat
breathing problem
What to do to avoid Nipah virus
1. Avoid contact with sick animals.
2. Keep washing hands with soap repeatedly.
3. Wash and peel fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating.
4. Avoid eating contaminated things.
5. Drink only clean water.
6. Avoid direct contact with the infected person.
Causes of Nipah Virus Infection
Usually, the Nipah virus spreads from fruit-eating bats to humans. This disease spreads when we come in contact with infected bats. The virus spreads through saliva and eating dirty food.
Treatment of Nipah infection
Monoclonal antibodies are considered good for Nipah virus infection. The Indian government had ordered monoclonal antibodies from Australia last year. Currently, there is no vaccine against this virus. It spreads through contact between infected animals and people.
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