Jaipur : After Corona, the World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an alert regarding another deadly disease. These days, Marburg virus is wreaking havoc in the African country Rwanda and due to this, hundreds of people have got infected and 15 people have also died. In this virus people suddenly start bleeding from their eyes. Because of which it is also called Bleeding Eye Virus. Let us know important things related to this virus.
What is
Marburg belongs to the Ebola Virus family. This is a very serious disease. People get infected by coming in contact with mines or caves for a long time. Also, in those places where bats are found in large numbers.
How does this virus spread?
Marburg virus is spread from bats to humans through direct contact with the bodily fluids, surfaces and materials of infected people.
What are its symptoms?
According to WHO, symptoms of Marburg virus start appearing within two to 21 days. The disease caused by Marburg virus starts suddenly, causing high fever and severe headache. In this, diarrhea, stomach pain and cramps, nausea and vomiting may start on the third day. Also, in some cases, blood starts coming out from the eyes. Although these symptoms do not occur in all cases, the onset of serious bleeding symptoms may appear between 5 and 7 days, and fatal cases usually involve some form of bleeding. Which sometimes results in death. Which occurs between 8 to 9 days after the onset of symptoms.
How to prevent bleeding eye virus?
There is currently no approved treatment or vaccine for MVD. Some potential vaccines and treatments are currently under investigation. Currently, according to the World Health Organization, Marburg virus spreads through contact with infected people. Therefore, to protect yourself from this, do not go to areas infected with Marburg virus. This virus can be avoided by social distancing, use of mask and frequent washing of hands. Apart from this, avoid coming in direct contact with infected persons. By using these precautions, you can avoid the virus.
What is the treatment of Marburg virus?
According to the World Health Organization, the mortality rate of this virus can range from 24% to 88%. When people are affected by it, treatment is given on the basis of symptoms. At present, Marburg virus is being treated with blood products, immune therapy and some medicines. There is no vaccine available for this virus yet, but the process of making a vaccine is in the initial stage. In such a situation, if people get infected with this virus, their condition can become serious.
