What is Corona Virus and what are its Symptoms?

Covid 19 – Corona Virus is a respiratory ailment produced by an enormous family of viruses. The corona virus is disseminated from animals to humans and then can transmit from person to person. The virus first erupted in, Wuhan, China in 2019 and spread to the entire world. It has become a global challenge. It is Zoonotic in nature and the symptoms vary from lenient to acute. The sign emerges within 2 to 14 days after exposure.

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Corona Virus circulates like any other flu or cold, it has similar effect as pneumonia. This is apparent that the virus spreads from person to person. The virus spreads by:

• Close contact with a person infected by the virus
• Touching an article or surface with virus particles on it and touching your face.
• Through the air, if an infected person sneezes or coughs.

The signs of Corona virus include breathing difficulties, fever and cough. People with feeble immune system may have extreme conditions like organ failure, respiratory discomfort and even death. If you are not feeling well and have similar symptoms as mentioned above, seek medical attention immediately. If you have traveled to infected area in the preceding months, do inform your doctor. Call ahead Bansal Global Hospital – Ph.No.  9811162832 and book your appointment immediately.