After confirming the first case of the virus influenza A H3N2, subclade Kin Mexico by the National Institute of Respiratory Diseases (INER)the Ministry of Health issued a statement on the afternoon of this Friday in which he reported on the patient’s health status and called on citizens to remain calm.
Through its official channels, the agency announced the current condition of the person in whom the first case of the call was detected. “H3N2 super flu”, ensuring that he is under medical treatment and monitoring.
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As he explained, The patient responded favorably to outpatient treatment with antiviral medication and is currently in the process of recovery.without presenting major complications.
However, the Ministry of Health specified that the National Epidemiological Surveillance System (SINAVE) maintains constant monitoring, both the confirmed case and the timely detection of possible new infectionsas part of the preventive measures of the Mexican health system.
What is the H3N2 super flu and what are its symptoms?
According to the Ministry of Health, the influenza A H3N2 virus, subclade K—popularly known as H3N2 super flu— It is a variant of influenza, an infectious disease that affects mammals and birds and has characteristics similar to seasonal influenza.
In humans, this variant can cause symptoms such as high fever, persistent dry cough for up to two weeks, sore throat, muscle and body aches, severe fatigue, weakness, headache, stuffy or runny nose, as well as chills and sweating.
In extreme cases, super flu can aggravate pre-existing chronic conditions, such as congestive heart failure, asthma or diabetes.
What are the recommendations of the Ministry of Health?
The federal agency called on the population to keep calm and avoid alarmpointing out that the This situation does not represent a major risk if the corresponding preventive measures are followed.
Among the main recommendations, the Ministry of Health invited citizens to go to health centers to apply winter season vaccines, such as influenza, COVID-19 and pneumococcus.
These actions seek reduce the risk of contagion and complicationsespecially in vulnerable groups such as older adults, girls and boys, pregnant women and people with chronic diseases.
What to do if you test positive for influenza?
The institution warned that, If you present symptoms and confirm a diagnosis of influenza, it is essential to seek medical attention early to receive, if necessary, standard antiviral treatment.
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Likewise, he recommended following the protective measures to avoid further infectionssuch as the use of face masks and home isolation.
The Ministry of Health will continue to report on the evolution of this variant and the corresponding preventive actionsso the population is urged to remain attentive to official channels to receive verified and updated information.
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