The Nipah virus, identified as transmitted from bats in the Indian state of West Bengal, has caused panic. This virus, which can be transmitted from animals to humans and from human to human, initially shows no symptoms but quickly leads to severe respiratory problems, encephalitis, and coma. The death rate of this virus, which has no treatment or vaccine, ranging between 40% and 75%, increases concerns in the region.
According to information from health officials reported by Milli.Az, the virus has been detected in residential areas near Kolkata, the state capital.
The virus is especially transmitted to humans through fruit bats and pigs.
There is also a risk of rapid spread of the virus among people. Currently, 180 people have been tested, and 20 have been placed in quarantine.
Among the new confirmed infections during the week are a doctor, a nurse, and a healthcare worker. According to information, the nurse who intervened with a patient suffering from severe respiratory failure fell into a coma in a short time. The patient died before test results were available.
Officials state that initially no symptoms may be seen in those infected with the virus. However, as the disease progresses, the following complaints emerge:
- High fever and headache;
- Muscle pain, vomiting, and sore throat;
- Severe respiratory problems.
