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WHAT IS HMPV

 



WHAT IS HMPV


Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus that primarily causes mild upper respiratory infections, often resembling flu-like symptoms. It was first identified in 2001 in the Netherlands and belongs to the Pneumoviridae family, which also includes the Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) .


Transmission and Symptoms


HMPV spreads through:


- Respiratory droplets: Released when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.

- Direct contact: Touching an infected person or contaminated surfaces.

- Airborne particles: In poorly ventilated areas, small particles can remain suspended in the air .


Common symptoms include:


- Cough

- Fever

- Nasal congestion

- Sore throat

- Wheezing or shortness of breath (in severe cases) .


While most infections are mild and resolve within a few days, infants under two years, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk for severe illness, such as pneumonia or bronchiolitis .


Diagnosis and Treatment


Diagnosis typically involves laboratory tests due to symptom overlap with other respiratory infections. Currently, there are no specific antiviral treatments for HMPV; management focuses on supportive care to alleviate symptoms. Most individuals recover with rest and hydration, although severe cases may require hospitalization and supportive treatments like oxygen therapy .


In summary, while HMPV can lead to significant respiratory illness in vulnerable populations, it usually presents as a mild infection in healthy individuals.

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