A state of anxiety and fear caused by the spread of the respiratory syncytial virus during the recent period, as a large number of children were infected with it, according to data from the Ministry of Health, which confirmed that it is the most common cause of pneumonia and bronchitis among young children, in addition to being one of the most common causes of colds. Which made many search for the fastest method of treatment.
Dr. Magdary Badran, a member of the Egyptian Society for Allergy and Immunology, said in exclusive statements to Al-Watan that: Respiratory syncytial virus It occurs as a result of inflammation of the small airways in the lungs and pneumonia in children, as it can spread through droplets in the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes, as well as children’s contact with a contaminated surface such as door handles.
Symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus
The symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus are similar colds Minor symptoms, such as runny nose, nasal congestion, coughing, high temperature and headache, according to Badran, pointing out that these symptoms appear gradually in stages and not all at once, as the symptoms of respiratory syncytial virus infection last for a period ranging between one and two weeks.
Regarding the methods that help treat the respiratory syncytial virus and reduce its spread, especially among infected people, Badran explained that a sufficient amount of fluids should be drunk to prevent dehydration, and inhalers should be used, and it is preferable not to use antibiotics, but despite that, some infected children With a severe infection they need to be treated with antiviral medication, as prescribed by the attending physician.
Methods of prevention of respiratory syncytial virus
Badarn gave several tips to avoid infection with the respiratory syncytial virus, including frequent hand washing and attention to personal hygiene to ensure survival from infection, and good hygiene habits can reduce the chance of children contracting the virus and transmitting it in the community, in addition to not sharing special tools, such as drinking cups. .
