during the rainy season and winter There is a chance of encountering many contagious diseases. Especially in children, whether it is hand, foot and mouth, the common cold, influenza and one of them. is a respiratory infection caused by the RSV virus. RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus: RSV) or RSV disease which the Department of Disease Control Ministry of Health have recommended that parents watch outRSV disease symptoms in close children, especiallysmall childrenUnder the age of 5, be careful of getting sick.Respiratory infectionsfrom infectionRSV virus Because it is common during the rainy season to winter.
(17 September 2022) Dr. Opas Karn Kawinpong Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that from surveillance datainfluenzaandrespiratory tract infectionsin Thailand from January 1 – September 2, 2022 found that in the groupchildUnder 5 years of age, 1,445 cases were found to be infected. RSV of 131 cases (9 percent), with the most infections in children under 2 years (58%), with higher numbers of cases. during the rainy season and winter which is around the same time as the flu season and the situation of infectious diseasesRSV virus This year, from the beginning of the year – Jun. 65, patients diagnosed with RSV 2,341 cases
How is RSV contagious?
The disease is transmitted through inhalation of contaminated droplets through coughing, sneezing, or exposure to the secretions of germs.Infected person The virus enters the body through the eyes, nose, and mouth. Those infected will show symptoms at the earliest 2 days after infection, the slowest around 8 days, with most cases being on average 4-6 days. Patients can spread the virus for 3 days. -8 days after the onset of symptoms for infections in young children The disease has a chance to spread to the lower respiratory tract such as the trachea, lung tissue, causing symptoms of bronchiolitis. andpneumoniacan follow
RSV disease symptoms
In the early stages, the patient will have mild symptoms similar to the common cold, such as fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat.pneumonia whistling sound of breathing a scratching sound in the throat Eating less, seeping and possibly death.
Dr. Opas said that at present there is no cure for infectious diseases.RSV virusDirectly, most treatments are symptomatic. The disease can be found in patients of all age groups. But the risk group that may develop severe symptoms are young children, children whose immune systems are not strong. Children born prematurely, elderly people 65 years and over, including people with chronic diseases such as diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, or people with problems with the immune system, etc.
Dr. Opas added that Recommend parents and schools Keep an eye on your children and students especiallysmall childrenwho are under 5 years of age closely prevented by frequent hand washing, washing properly with soap and clean water especially before meals and after going to the bathroom Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose, mouth with your hands. Do not share utensils and personal items with others. maintain personal hygiene Avoid contact with infected people, such as those with the flu or pneumonia. Children should not be taken in crowded places. the patient Should refrain from going outside during times of discomfort. to reduce the spread of infection to others Wear a cloth mask or a hygienic mask. Cover your mouth and nose every time you cough or sneeze. clean the house including children’s toys on a regular basis Eat hygienic food from all 5 food groups, drink plenty of water and get enough rest. If the child is found to be sick should be separated from normal children to prevent the spread of infection and take him to the doctor for further diagnosis and treatment For more information, contact the Department of Disease Control hotline, call 1422.
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