Coronaviruses : Symptoms, Diagnosis, Preventions, Precautions & Treatment
◆ Coronaviruses : Coronaviruses : Symptoms, Preventions & Treatment Coronaviruses (CoV) a large group of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold and many other respiratory diseases. A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. Coronaviruses are zoonotic. Zoonotic means it can transfer from animals to humans. Symptoms: Common signs of infection include : ● Respiratory symptoms ● Fever ● Cough ● Shortness of breath ● Breathing difficulties In more severe cases, infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, kidney failure and even death. Precautions : Standard recommendations to prevent infection spread include : ● Regular hand washing ● Covering mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing ● Thoroughly cooking meat and eggs ● Avoid close contact with anyone showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing and sneezi