To be precise, I am directly coming to the point.
Mentioned below are symptoms of COVID19 as per two public agencies however I need you to know some facts on logical and scientific footprints, impact and data available.
For your knowledge below is some data for your kind attention.
Cases and death due to viral diseases. Corona is not life taking disease. it only need precautions.
| Swine Flu | Virus - H1N1 | Declared a Pandemic in 2009 by WHO | ||
| Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
| Cases Reported | 38811 | 15266 | 28798 | 1469 |
| Death | 2270 | 1128 | 1218 | 28 (Till March 1) |
| Dengue | Virus - DENV | |||
| Year | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 (Till Nov) |
| Cases Reported | 129166 | 188401 | 101192 | 136422 |
| Death | 245 | 325 | 172 | 132 |
Discovery
Human coronaviruses were first discovered in the late 1960s. The earliest ones discovered were an infectious bronchitis virus in chickens and two in human patients with the common cold (later named human coronavirus 229E and human coronavirus OC43). Other members of this family have since been identified, including SARS-CoV in 2003, HCoV NL63 in 2004, HKU1 in 2005, MERS-CoV in 2012, and SARS-CoV-2 (formerly known as 2019-nCoV) in 2019. Most of these have involved serious respiratory tract infections.
Viral disease definition_treatment of Coronavirus
Viruses are very small infectious agents. They’re made up of a piece of genetic material, such as DNA or RNA, that’s enclosed in a coat of protein.
Viruses invade cells in your body and use components of those cells to help them multiply. This process often damages or destroys infected cells.
A viral disease is any illness or health condition caused by a virus. Read on to learn more about some of the main types of viral diseases/
They aren’t always contagious
Not all viral diseases are contagious. This means they aren’t always spread from person to person. But many of them are. Common examples of contagious viral diseases include the flu, the common cold, HIV, and herpes.
Other types of viral diseases spread through other means, such as the bite of an infected insect.
Respiratory viral diseases
Respiratory viral diseases are contagious and commonly affect the upper or lower parts of your respiratory tract.
Common symptoms of a respiratory viral disease include:
runny or stuffy nose
coughing or sneezing
fever
body aches
Examples
Examples of respiratory diseases include:
flu
common cold
respiratory syncytial virus infection
adenovirus infection
parainfluenza virus infection
severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)
Transmission of viral Disease
Respiratory viruses are spread by droplets generated through coughing or sneezing. If someone with a viral illness coughs or sneezes nearby and you inhale these droplets, you may develop the disease.
These viruses can also be spread through contaminated objects, such as doorknobs, tabletops, and personal items. If you touch one of these objects and then touch your nose or eyes, you could develop a disease.
Treatment of Viral Disease_
Respiratory viral diseases usually heal on their own. But over-the-counter (OTC) medications, including nasal decongestants, cough suppressants, and pain relievers, can help to reduce symptoms.
In addition, Tamiflu, an antiviral drug, is sometimes prescribed if someone is in the very early stages of developing the flu.
Prevention of Viral Disease _
The best way to avoid respiratory viral diseases is to practice good personal hygiene. Wash your hands often, cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and limit your interactions with people who show symptoms of a respiratory condition.
There’s also a vaccine that can help to reduce your risk of getting the seasonal flu.
Corona or viral Transmission
Human to human transmission of coronaviruses is primarily thought to occur among close contacts via respiratory droplets generated by sneezing and coughing.
Corona Symptoms:
Reference: CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).
These symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
As per WHO (World health organization)
Common symptoms include:
- fever
- tiredness
- dry cough.
Other symptoms include:
- shortness of breath
- aches and pains
- sore throat
- and very few people will report diarrhea, nausea or a runny nose.
Examples
Examples of hepatic viral diseases include:
- hepatitis A
- hepatitis B
- hepatitis C
- hepatitis D
- hepatitis E
Gastrointestinal viral diseases
Gastrointestinal viral diseases affect your digestive tract. The viruses that cause them are contagious and usually lead to a condition called gastroenteritis, also called the stomach flu.
Common symptoms of gastrointestinal viral diseases include:
- abdominal cramps
- diarrhea
- vomiting
Examples
Examples of gastrointestinal viral diseases include:
- norovirus infection
- rotavirus infection
- some adenovirus infections
- astrovirus infection
Transmission
Gastrointestinal viruses are shed in the stool during bowel movements. Food or water that’s been contaminated by feces can spread the virus to others. You can also get the virus from sharing utensils or personal objects with someone who has a virus.
Treatment
There aren’t any treatments for gastrointestinal viral diseases. In many cases, they resolve on their own within a day or two. In the meantime, drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from diarrhea or vomiting.
Prevention
You can prevent gastrointestinal viral diseases by washing your hands often, especially after using the bathroom. Wiping down contaminated surfaces and not sharing personal items or eating utensils can also help.
There’s also a vaccine for rotavirus that’s recommended as part of a child’s vaccination schedule.
Exanthematous viral disease
Exanthematous viruses cause skin rashes. Many of them cause additional symptoms as well.
Many of the viruses in this category, such as the measles virus, are highly contagious.
Examples
Examples of exanthematous viral diseases include:
- measles
- rubella
- chickenpox/shingles
- roseola
- smallpox
- fifth disease
- chikungunya virus infection
Transmission
Many exanthematous viruses are spread through respiratory droplets from the cough or sneeze of someone with the virus.
Other exanthematous viral diseases, such as chickenpox and smallpox, can be transmitted by coming into contact with fluid in broken skin lesions.
Shingles only occurs in people who’ve had chickenpox at some point. It’s a reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus that’s been lying dormant in your cells.
Chikungunya virus is spread through a mosquito bite and cannot be transmitted from person to person.
Treatment
Treating exanthematous viral diseases focuses on managing symptoms. Fever-reducing medications, such as acetaminophen, can help with some of the more bothersome symptoms.
Antiviral drugs, such as acyclovir, may be given for chickenpox or shingles.
Prevention
Measles, rubella, chickenpox, shingles, and smallpox can all be prevented through vaccination. You can reduce your risk of a chikungunya virus infection by protecting yourself from mosquito bites.
Hepatic viral diseases
The hepatic viral diseases cause inflammation of the liver, known as viral hepatitis. The most common types of viral hepatitis are hepatitis A, B, and C.
It is worth noting that diseases caused by other viruses, such as cytomegalovirus and the yellow fever virus, can also affect the liver.
Examples
Examples of hepatic viral diseases include:
- hepatitis A
- hepatitis B
- hepatitis C
- hepatitis D
- hepatitis E
Transmission
Many neurologic viruses are spread through the bite of an infected animal or bug, such as a mosquito or tick.
Other viruses, such poliovirus and other enteroviruses, are quite contagious and spread through close contact with someone with the virus. Contaminated objects can also contribute to the spread of these viruses.
Treatment
There’s no specific treatment for people with mild viral meningitis or encephalitis. Getting plenty of rest, staying hydrated, and taking OTC anti-inflammatories to ease pain or headaches can all help. In some cases, antiviral medication may be prescribed.
Polio or severe cases of meningitis or encephalitis may require additional treatment, such as breathing assistance or IV fluids.
If an animal that’s suspected to have the rabies virus bites you, you’ll be given a series of shots to help prevent the rabies virus from infecting you.
Prevention
There’s a vaccine for both poliovirus and the mumps virus, which can cause meningitis and encephalitis.
Practicing good hygiene, avoiding close contact with those who have the virus, and protecting against insect bites can all help to reduce the spread of encephalitis and meningitis.
To reduce the risk of spreading rabies, keep your pets vaccinated and avoid approaching wild animals.
Cutaneous viral diseases
Cutaneous viral diseases cause lesions or papules to form on the skin. In many cases, these lesions can stick around for a long time or come back after disappearing for a while.
Examples
Examples of cutaneous viral diseases include:
- warts, including genital warts
- oral herpes
- genital herpes
- molluscum contagiosum
Haemorrhagic viral diseases
Haemorrhagic viral diseases are severe conditions that involve damage to your circulatory system.
Symptoms of a haemorrhagic viral disease include:
- high fever
- body aches
- weakness
- bleeding under the skin
- bleeding from the mouth or ears
- bleeding in internal organs
Examples
Examples of viral haemorrhagic diseases include:
- Ebola
- Lassa fever
- dengue fever
- yellow fever
- Marburg haemorrhagic fever
- Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever
Transmission
Some haemorrhagic viral diseases, such as dengue fever and yellow fever, are spread through the bite of an infected insect.
Others, such as Ebola, are spread to other people through contact with the blood or other bodily fluid of someone with the virus. Lassa fever is spread through inhaling or consuming the dried feces or urine of a rodent with the virus.
Treatment
There’s no specific treatment for haemorrhagic viral diseases.
It’s important to stay hydrated if you have a viral haemorrhagic disease. Some people may need intravenous (IV) fluids to maintain electrolyte balance. Supportive care to maintain hydration and electrolyte balance is essential. In some cases, the antiviral drug ribavirin may be given.
Prevention
Researchers are in the process of developing vaccines for several haemorrhagic viruses. A yellow fever vaccine is currently available for people traveling to areas where yellow fever is common.
If you live or work in an area where viral haemorrhagic diseases are common, you can do the following to reduce your risk:
- Use proper protection, such as gloves, glasses, or a face shield, when working around people who have a virus.
- Avoid being bitten by insects, especially mosquitos and ticks, by wearing protective clothing or using insect repellent.
- Protect against rodent infestation by keeping food covered, removing garbage often, and making sure windows and doors are secured properly.
Neurologic viral diseases
Some viruses can infect the brain and surrounding tissues, causing neurologic viral diseases. This can result in a range of symptoms, including:
- fever
- confusion
- drowsiness
- seizures
- coordination problems
Examples
Examples of neurologic viral diseases include:
- polio
- viral meningitis
- viral encephalitis
- rabies
Bottom line
There are many viral diseases. Some, such as the common cold or the stomach flu, are minor and go away on their own within a few days. Others, however, are more serious.
Unlike bacterial infections, viral diseases don’t respond to antibiotics. Instead, treatment usually focuses on managing symptoms and supporting the immune system with plenty of rest and hydration.
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