Until a few years ago, all were horrified by photos of social networking with a rash and a description of the spoiled virus Coxsackie holidays. Now it can be found in Ukraine. How dangerous it is?
Coxsackie virus in the child / istockphoto.com
As infected Coxsackie?
Coxsackie virus preferentially infects children. Since it is a "disease of dirty hands". It is transmitted by the fecal-oral route. The virus is not only in the patient's feces, but also in saliva. It perfectly survives outside the body can be in the water, on poorly processed foods. Often children infected them in the pool, by ingesting dirty water.disease symptoms
Initially, the virus manifests itself classically - fever, general malaise. At this stage, it is confused with a cold or flu. The virus can affect the gastrointestinal tract - in a patient develops vomiting and diarrhea. Then a rash: blisters with fluid. If the patient did not have diarrhea, then at this stage, Coxsackie virus can easily be confused with chickenpox. Distinguishes Coxsackie chickenpox cider "hand-foot-mouth", when in these places at the same time the rash appears. Also, unlike chickenpox rash at Coxsackie virus is not scratched, but can cause pain.
How to treat the virus Coxsackie?
Specific treatment of Coxsackie not. It is symptomatic: Shoot down heat, Abundant water with salt solutions in the case of diarrhea and vomiting. The virus rarely causes complications, but they can be. Therefore, parents should be careful. If, after the acute phase of the disease once again had a fever or the child's condition has deteriorated, you need to see a doctor.
Prevention of infection
Most often, the infection Coxsackie occurs in the summer so it is advisable to abandon the pool in the summer. On vacation resorts with a baby is better not to leave the peak, and in September-October. Vegetables and fruits should be well washed, and be sure to wash your hands after walks, after visiting the toilet and before eating.
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