Types of Corona virus

Types of Corona virus

  It is the virus that typically affect the respiratory tracts of birds and mammals, including humans.  Recently,  a new corona virus outbreak in China that has now reached all over the world and its name nomination as now is corona virus disease 2019, or COVID-19

There are different types of human corona viruses, their symptoms, and how people transmit them. Corona viruses belong to the subfamily Coronavirinae . Basically these are of following type-

• 229E (alpha coronavirus)
• NL63 (alpha coronavirus)
• OC43 (beta coronavirus)
• HKU1 (beta coronavirus)

Transmission-

The primary observation are its spread from one person to the next. However, researchers believe that the viruses transmit via fluids in the respiratory system, such as mucus. Mostly it is transmitting by-

• Coughing and sneezing without covering the mouth can disperse droplets into the air.

• Touching or shaking hands with a person who has the virus can pass the virus between individuals.

• Making contact with a surface or object that has the virus and then touching the nose, eyes, or mouth.

• Some animal corona viruses, such as feline corona virus (FCoV) 

Corona viruses will infect most people at some time during their lifetime. To prevent transmission, people should stay at home and rest while symptoms are active. They should also avoid close contact with other people.Covering the mouth and nose with a tissue or handkerchief while coughing or sneezing can also help prevent transmission. It is important to dispose of any tissues after use and maintain hygiene around the home.

Refer: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/256521

Symptoms-

• fever

• breathlessness

• cough

• potential loss of taste or smell

• It may take 2–14 days for a person to notice symptoms after infection.No vaccine  is currently available for COVID-19. However, scientists have now replicated the virus. This could allow for early detection and treatment in people who have the virus but are not yet showing symptoms. Vaccines and treatment options for COVID-19 are currently being investigated around the world. There’s some evidence that certain medications may have the potential to be effective with regard to preventing illness or treating the symptoms of COVID-19. Some of the effective medication are-

• Favilavir

• APN01

• Chloroquine

Mostly immune system and dosage to improve with physical and mental fitness are also recommended in all researches till today.