Hyderabad
The emergence of Norovirus cases in Hyderabad is creating a stir. The virus was detected in five children under the age of five. Researchers from the Gandhi Hospital and the Ella Foundation revealed this. Researchers have discovered a new variant of norovirus in pediatric gastroenteritis patients in the city.
Noroviruses cause severe diarrhea in people of all ages. Microbiologists have conducted a study on norovirus in children under the age of five in the city. Stool samples and clinical data were collected from 458 children under the age of five. Experts say that five cases have come to light after collecting and testing fecal samples from 458 children.
Norovirus can cause diarrhea in people of all ages. Vomiting and watery diarrhea are seen. They are prone to dehydration. They will become weak and get a fever. It may also cause abdominal pain. Patients will experience a decreased percentage of water and salts in their bodies, mainly with vomiting and diarrhea. People infected with this virus should be given adequate rest. Milk should not be stopped for infants. Liquids should be given adequately. Measures should be taken to ensure no hot environment in the room.