Experts from the World Health Organization reported the first case of human infection with the avian influenza A(H5N2) virus in Mexico. The patient died.
A resident of the state of Mexico was infected; he was 59 years old. This is the first laboratory-confirmed case of human infection with the influenza A(H5N2) virus registered worldwide, WHO emphasized.
The man had no contact with poultry or other animals. His relatives spoke about this.
— The patient’s relatives reported that before the onset of acute symptoms, he had already been bedridden for three weeks for other reasons,— WHO reports.
On April 17, the man developed a high fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, and nausea. On April 24, he sought medical help and died the same day “due to complications caused by his condition.
What is bird flu?
This is an acute infectious viral disease of birds, it is characterized by damage to the digestive and respiratory organs, and has a high mortality rate. Bird flu is particularly dangerous.
Possible symptoms:
High temperature. One of the most common symptoms of avian influenza is an increase in body temperature, which can reach high values.
Flu-like symptoms: runny nose, cough, sore throat, headache, weakness and fatigue.
Swelling of the eyes and face. It is associated with inflammation of the mucous membranes.
In severe cases of avian influenza, respiratory complications such as pneumonia and difficulty breathing may occur.
People with avian influenza may experience hemorrhagic symptoms such as bleeding from the gums, nose or other parts of the body.
Stomach problems: nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
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