20 19 novel coronavirus, namely "20 19-nCoV", was discovered due to the case of viral pneumonia in Wuhan on 20 19, and was named by the World Health Organization from June 2065438 to October 2020. Coronavirus is a large virus family, which is known to cause colds and serious diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus strain, which has never been found in human body before. 20 19, 19 Since February, Wuhan City, Hubei Province has continuously monitored influenza and related diseases, and found many cases of viral pneumonia, all of which were diagnosed as viral pneumonia/pulmonary infection.

What are the symptoms of novel coronavirus?

The early symptoms of human body after novel coronavirus infection are similar to the common cold caused by virus infection, mainly manifested as fatigue, fatigue and muscle soreness, and a few patients will have gastrointestinal reactions, such as abdominal pain and diarrhea.

With the development of the disease, patients will have symptoms of fever, and the degree of fever is above 37.3 degrees. In addition, there will be respiratory related symptoms, including cough and sore throat.

With the aggravation of symptoms, patients will have serious symptoms such as dyspnea, chest tightness, shortness of breath and even respiratory distress. Imaging examination will reveal ground-glass interstitial changes in the lungs. Severe manifestations can also lead to sepsis, septic shock, coagulation dysfunction and renal failure.

At present, there is no specific treatment for diseases caused by novel coronavirus. However, many symptoms can be treated, so it should be treated according to the patient's clinical situation. In addition, auxiliary care for infected people may be very effective.

How to prevent novel coronavirus?

There is no effective vaccine prevention method in novel coronavirus at present. Personal protection is the most practical method, including:

Maintain basic hand and respiratory hygiene and adhere to safe eating habits.

Try to avoid close contact with anyone with symptoms of respiratory diseases (such as coughing and sneezing).

Drink plenty of water, pay attention to rest and improve immunity.

Keep the living and working environment ventilated.

What should I do if I doubt that I have novel coronavirus?

When you suspect that you are infected with novel coronavirus, you should be isolated from your family and friends at the first time, and don't go out to avoid cross-infection of the virus.

In case of further abnormal clinical manifestations such as fever (fever degree > 37.3 degrees) and cough, it is necessary to report to the local disease prevention and control institutions as soon as possible, so as to better control the spread of novel coronavirus.

Under the guidance of local disease prevention and control institutions, go to designated medical institutions for investigation, diagnosis and treatment. Medical observation should be maintained for 14 days, and isolation can be lifted only after 14 days without other symptoms.

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