What Is NIPAH Virus ?? Frequently Asked Questions. નિપાહ વાયરસ વિશેની જાણકારી :
નિપાહ વાયરસ વિશેની જાણકારી : What Is NIPAH Virus ?? Frequently Asked Questions. Q : What is Nipah Virus ? A : Nipah virus was initially discovered when it caused an outbreak of brain fever among pig farmers in Malaysia. Q : Should I be worried ? A : A little. As it is transmitted from person to person and there is no effective antiviral therapy for this infection . Q : Who is at high risk ? How is it transmitted ? A : 1. People working with pigs and consuming pigs. 2. Farmers who come in contact with bats. 3. Consuming Fruits which are already bitten by bat. 4. Contact with people who already have Nipah virus infection. Q : What are the early symptoms ? A : The initial presentation is non-specific, characterized by the sudden onset of fever, headache, muscle pain , nausea and vomiting. Neck rigidity and photophobia are also seen. The disease rapidly progresses, with deterioration in co...