What is the genus pneumo virus?
The virus is responsible for upper and lower respiratory tract infections which can lead to complications which can endanger life.
The virus can affect animals also
It belongs to Pneumoviridae family
Mainly attack as the opportunistic infection in previously suffering chronic infection in adults
Who is more prone to this virus?
• Children below 5 years
• Infants
• No specific gender both male and female are equally susceptible
• People of all ages
• Immunity-comprised persons
• In winter season
What are the causes of genus pneumovirus?
• Metapneumovirus
• Human respiratory syncytial virus also called as orthopnea virus
How do these viruses spread?
• Unwashed hands
• Droplet infection- coughing, sneezing, talking etc.
• Intimate physical contact
• Fomites like utensils, bed, clothing
• Secretions like sputum, saliva
What are the signs and symptoms of genus pneumo virus?
• Sneezing
• Purulent cough
• Sore throat
• Fever
• Wheezing on auscultation
• Fatigue
• Headache
• Decreased appetite
What investigations are advised for genus pneumo virus?
• Respiratory discharges like sputum
• Complete blood count
• X-ray chest
• Bronchoscopy
• Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction
What treatment is advised for genus pneumovirus?
• No specific treatment available
• Antiviral drugs can help reduce virulence of infection
• Anti-inflammatory drugs
• Anti-pyretic drugs
• Nebulization
• Cough Syrup-Broncho relaxants
• No vaccine is available to date
• Hospitalization may be required in serious cases
What is the prognosis of the genus pneumo virus?
It is a self-limiting disease hence either it recovers in 4-5 days or can land in some serious complications.
What is a complication of the genus pneumo virus?
• Asthma
• Bronchiolitis
• Pneumonia
• COPD
• Cardiac arrhythmias
• Myocardial failure
• Hepatitis
What is the differential diagnosis of genus pneumo virus?
• Upper and lower respiratory tract infection
• Adenovirus
What management is helpful for the genus pneumo virus?
• Use napkins and handkerchief while coughing or sneezing
• Don’t send the child to school
• Maintain good hygiene
• Stay at home
• Avoid sharing fomites
• Wash hands with soap
What are commonly indicated homoeopathic remedies for genus pneumo virus?
• Arscenicum iodum
• phosphorus
• Pulsatilla
• Natrum sulphuricum
