Moneycontrol News | July 16, 2024
The Chandipura virus, a member of the Vesiculovirus genus within the Rhabdoviridae family, is transmitted primarily by sandflies, along with mosquitoes and ticks. It is notorious for causing severe and often fatal encephalitis, especially in children
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As a member of the Rhabdoviridae family, the Chandipura virus (CHPV) is closely linked to the viruses that cause vesicular stomatitis and rabies. It was initially discovered in 1965 in Maharashtra, in village Chandipura
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High fever: One of the most frequent early symptoms is a sudden onset of high fever
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Severe headache: Patients frequently report experiencing severe headaches
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Vomiting: Another early warning indication is vomiting frequently. Convulsions and seizures: Children may have convulsions and seizures in extreme circumstances
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Preventive measures are essential to shield children against Chandipura virus infection due to the disease's severity and quick progression
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Make sure kids sleep beneath bed nets, ideally treated with insecticide, particularly in regions where sandflies are prevalent
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Remove sandfly breeding grounds, such as heaps of trash, stagnant water, and decomposing organic waste. Routinely cleaning and disinfecting the surroundings of your house
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Get medical help immediately if a child has symptoms such a high temperature, headache, or vomiting. Comply with the advice given by medical professionals regarding treatment and prevention
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