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Human metapneumovirus, first identified in the Netherlands in 2001, is a communicable disease. People may also contract it by touching a contaminated surface. This virus attacks the upper respiratory tract of most people, leading to mild infection.
In some cases, the hMPV virus can affect the lower respiratory tract, causing conditions like pneumonia, asthma flare-ups, or worsening COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). This virus is more common in winter and early spring.
Infants are the most vulnerable to the virus, especially children under two. The elderly (65 and above) are vulnerable. Immunocompromised individuals are also vulnerable.
Pregnancy can also weaken the immune system, increasing the woman’s susceptibility to the virus. Moreover, the respiratory strain in pregnant women can worsen respiratory virus symptoms.
Human metapneumovirus symptoms can be discomfort that usually comes from a common cold. The symptoms can elevate to being life-threatening. The signs depend on age, immunity, and health. They are:
hMPV infection is most likely caused by contact with someone who has already contracted the disease. It mainly spreads via respiratory droplets from sneezing, coughing, or talking.
The disease also spreads from shaking hands, coughing, or kissing.
The virus can also spread by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching our face, particularly the eyes, nose, or mouth.
Certain conditions increase the likelihood of contracting the human metapneumovirus or experiencing symptoms. They are:
Being close to people who have already caught the virus. This is possible in schools, healthcare facilities, colleges, and others.
The virus, in most cases, lasts 7 to 10 days. Even after the symptoms go away, the cough and blocked nose may not for a week or two. The virus can cause problems in high-risk individuals, like pneumonia and bronchiolitis, and it can make recovery take longer. These people would need ongoing respiratory health if hospitalised.
Recovery from human metapneumovirus can vary depending on how severe the infection is and the person’s overall health. Here’s a closer look at what you can generally expect:
Respiratory infections are more common during the final stages of inter to the early stages of spring. As for environmental factors, poor air quality and pollution may worsen respiratory conditions, increasing your likelihood of getting infected.
While most people can recover from the virus without any major issues, there are some cases where the virus can lead to something serious. It can be
Healthcare experts usually diagnose the hMPV virus based on your symptoms and your health history. They might use a soft-tipped stick or swab to get a sample from your throat and nose.
The sample is then tested for viruses and other infections. You will not be tested unless you have serious symptoms of the virus.
Sometimes, the doctor can take chest X-rays to see if there are any changes in your lungs’ airways.
We, at SN Super Superspeciality Hospital in Sri Ganganagar, are taking the necessary steps so that we can help you keep the virus at bay. We hope you do not contract the virus and that there are no further cases in the country.
There is no metapneumovirus treatment presently. Most people who have contracted the disease can manage the symptoms at home until they feel better.
If you or your child have caught the virus and the symptoms are serious, you need to be admitted to a hospital.
For not-so-severe symptoms, we recommend you rest, and if you show serious symptoms, please reach out to the nearest hospital in Sri Ganganagar.
SN Super Speciality Hospital can carry out check-ups if you have doubts about your health. Our treatments are done in safe environments where only the required doctors and patients are present for the examination.
You can try to reduce the risk of catching hMPV by:
