H3N2 Virus: The influenza virus H3N2 has claimed the life of one individual in Karnataka. In the Hassan district of Karnataka, one death was verified. According to authorities, deaths were also recorded in Punjab and Haryana. The victim was a resident of the Hassan district, according to sources in the Health ministry. Days prior, K Sudhakar, the health minister for Karnataka, had stated that there was no cause for concern regarding the H3N2 virus.
H3N2 flu claims the life of a man in Karnataka
Hire Gowda (82) was the deceased, and he passed away on March 1. On February 24, he was admitted to a hospital. On March 6, his samples were sent for analysis, and it was determined that the H3N2 virus was the cause of his demise.In the Hassan district, no additional instances were reported. Hospitals all around India have reported thousands of cases of the H3N2 flu over the previous several months, marking a dramatic epidemic of the disease. The influenza A virus is the subtype of influenza that the H3N2 virus belongs to. Each year, illnesses are brought on by a viral infection of the respiratory system. The H3N2 virus is more likely to result in hospitalisations than other subtypes, according to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
Health Minister initially assures no cause for concern
Dr. Randeep Guleria, a former director of AIIMS-Delhi, claimed that influenza cases manifest as fever, sore throat, cough, body aches, and runny nose. Furthermore, vomiting, diarrhoea, and shortness of breath are among the symptoms. The ICMR stated that while the cough might last up to three weeks, the fever subsides after three days. According to Dr. Randeep Guleria, there has been an increase in instances because the virus has changed and people’s resistance to it has weakened.
H3N2 virus more likely to result in hospitalizations
In this influenza outbreak, the ICMR had issued a warning urging individuals to abstain from self-medication and antibiotic use. The ICMR has recommended paracetamol use in cases of fever and body aches. Dr. Randeep Guleria advised frequent hand washing, using masks in busy settings, and keeping a physical distance to avoid contracting the infection.
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