Kochi: Norovirus infection confirmed in Ernakulam. The virus was found in the students of Kakanad private school. Three children have been infected with the virus and have been admitted to the hospital. The disease was confirmed following the symptoms like diarrhea and vomiting were observed.
Some parents are also suspected of having the virus. The school is closed for the next three days to prevent the spread of the disease. Tests are also being conducted to see if more children have been affected by the disease.
What is noro virus?
Noro is a group of viruses that cause stomach flu. The virus causes inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines, severe vomiting and diarrhea. Although norovirus is usually mild in healthy people, it can be serious if it infects young children, the elderly, and people with other underlying medical conditions.
This is how it is poured
The disease can spread through sewage, food and contact with infected people. Viruses released from an infected person through secretions can remain on surfaces and spread to the hands of those who touch them. Touching your nose and mouth without washing your hands can spread the virus. Anyone of any age can be infected with the virus.
Those infected with the virus should stay at home, Ors. Solution and boiled water should be drunk.
Patients should also be careful not to cook food for others. Symptoms may resolve within one to three days. But the virus is likely to spread from the patient up to two days following that. So you should avoid going out for at least two days following the illness is over.
Consider the symptoms
Norovirus symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, nausea, fever, headache, and body aches. If vomiting and diarrhea worsen, dehydration will occur and the disease will turn into a serious condition.
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