Coronaviruses are common viruses that most people get some time in their life. Human coronaviruses usually cause mild to moderate upper-respiratory tract illnesses. It is likely that human coronaviruses spread from an infected person to others through—
· the air by coughing and sneezing, and
· close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands.
These viruses may also spread by touching contaminated objects or surfaces then touching your mouth, nose, or eyes.
In one case, the SARS virus was though to spread through infected stool that got into the air; people breathed this in and got infected.
Symptoms :
· Runny nose
· Sneezing
· Tearing eyes
· Blocked nose
· Sore throat
· Scratchy throat
· Cough
· Headache
· Mild fever
· Mild chills
· Sinus swelling
· Fatigue
· Nasal congestion
· Chills
· Fever - usually only in infants and young children
Complications:
· Sinus infection
· Bronchitis
· Secondary bacterial infection
· Ear infection
· Rhinitis
· Exacerbation of asthma symptoms
· Exacerbation of chronic respiratory conditions
Treatments:
There are no specific treatments for illnesses caused by human coronaviruses.
Most people with coronavirus illness will recover on their own. However, some things can be done to relieve your symptoms, such as—
· taking pain and fever medications (Caution: Aspirin should not be given to children), and
· using a room humidifier or taking a hot shower to help ease a sore throat and cough.
If you are sick, you should —
· drink plenty of liquids, and
· stay home and rest.
Prevention :
There are currently no vaccines available to protect you against human coronavirus infection. You may be able to reduce your risk of infection by—
· washing your hands often with soap and water,
· not touching your eyes, nose, or mouth, and
· avoiding close contact with people who are sick.
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