Department of Disease Control warns pneumonia from RSV infection, there are young children under 5 years old and 3 people have died from congenital disease, 6 people found cluster outbreaks in prisons, suggesting to observe flu-like symptoms. avoid crowded activities
Today (November 16, 2022), the Ministry of Public Health It was reported that from the surveillance of respiratory infections caused by the RSV virus (RSV) in patients with influenza-like syndrome. and pneumonia from hospitals in the network of the Department of Disease Control. together with the Department of Medical Sciences and the Thai-US Cooperation Center public health
From January 1 to September 30, there were a total of 547 cases reported, most common in children under 2 years old, followed by 3-5 years and 6-15 years.
Surveillance and investigation of the news of the outbreak of the Department of Disease Control. Data from 1 September to 9 November found 3 deaths of RSV pneumonia patients, among them children less than 5 years old and having congenital disease.
In addition, one incident of cluster infection was found in a prison. Six adult patients were found, no deaths.
Check for symptoms of RSV infection.
The Ministry of Public Health said it expects to continue to see cases of respiratory infections caused by the RSV virus. Because the disease is common during the rainy season and winter. It can be transmitted by touching secretions of an infected person. and from inhaling bacteria in the air in the form of aerosols from coughing and sneezing of patients
The virus enters the body through the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose, and mouth. It was found that most patients will show symptoms 4-6 days after exposure to the virus and when they are sick, they can spread the infection for 3-8 days.
For general symptoms may be like the common cold. But the specific symptoms of this infection Often found in young children is bronchiolitis. At first, there will be only a few symptoms such as fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat until severe symptoms such as shortness of breath, dimpled chest, abnormal lung sounds. wheezing sound Eat less and absorb. Treatment Currently, there is no vaccine to prevent disease. Most of them are symptomatic treatment.
Observe the symptoms – avoid doing activities with crowded people.
The Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health advises parents and caregivers to closely observe their children’s illnesses. Especially young children under 5 years old, especially if they have underlying diseases. If found to have flu-like symptoms See your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.
To prevent disease, wash your hands often. with soap and clean water Avoid touching your face, eyes, nose, and mouth. Do not share food and personal items with other people. maintain personal hygiene Regularly clean the house including children’s toys.
In addition, avoid contact with sick people. Children should not be taken in crowded places. For those who are sick should refrain from going out of the house. to reduce the spread of infection to others Cover your mouth and nose every time you cough or sneeze. People can ask for more information at the Department of Disease Control hotline, call 1422.