Jodhpur : these days people are sick in every house. Even those who are sick are unable to get up from their beds. Dengue, chikungunya and malaria are becoming partly scary, but far more dangerous is the viral disease outbreak. This time the virus is showing its aggressive form by taking mutation. It is a proven fact about influenza virus that it changes its course every two-three years. The same thing has happened this time also. Every third patient coming to MDM Hospital as well as other outdoor hospitals has symptoms of polyarthritis. This means that dengue and chikungunya are not confirmed, but there is viral and joint pain. This pain is so intense that it becomes unbearable.
Even the vaccine will not work
The special thing is that many patients have taken influenza vaccine, but still they are getting infected. The reason for this is that after the mutation of this virus, the vaccine has no effect on it. In such a situation, the vaccine also has to be administered afresh.
Influenza mutation before and after corona
We have seen the mutation of corona virus. How it changed its form very rapidly and caused many deaths. Influenza virus has also changed its course before and after Corona. It has changed its mutation twice in the last four years.
Something more dangerous this time
This time, due to the fusion of influenza virus and dengue, people’s health is deteriorating rapidly. The virus has also mutated. Problems like polyarthritis and decrease in platelets without dengue being confirmed are coming to the fore. Fever lasts for three to four days continuously and there is pain in the joints. Post viral effects may occur even after the pain subsides.
These measures are necessary to avoid viral diseases
Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness around your home and workplace to avoid mosquitoes
Hand washing: Wash hands regularly with soap and water
Wearing a mask: Wear a mask in public places, do not shake hands
Maintain distance: Maintain distance from people showing symptoms of viral disease
Vaccination: Get available vaccines for viral diseases
Doctor: Consult a doctor if you have symptoms
Expert View: No confirmation despite symptoms
The virus constantly mutates. There is a mutation period of two to three years. This time there are many variants with polyarthritis. Many symptoms are coming together. The patient has symptoms, yet it is not confirmed. Many tests have to be done. Only clinical decision has to be taken regarding polyarthritis.
Experts- Dr. Gautam Bhandari, Dr. Ramesh Chandra Seervi
