Question 1

if a hangar temp 100.1 is that extreme?

Accepted Answer

High temp: External temperature in this range is high.

Question 2

is there a way to know if i am allergic to henna?

Accepted Answer

Rash at site: Reactions to henna tattoos is not uncommon and can be due to phenylenediamine.  The rash is called contact dermatitis and is similar in nature to poison ivy or nickel allergy type rash.

Question 3

what are symptoms of hanta virus?

Accepted Answer

See below: Hantavirus pulmonary syndrome in the usa  begins as a febrile illness and  generalized myalgias.  4-5 days later this is followed by the lungs filling with fluid causing respiratory failure associated with shock.  It is then a life threatening infection.

Question 4

what can be initial signs of hanta virus?

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Hantavirus: Initial symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome can include:  fever, chills,  nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, headaches and muscular pain.  3 to 7 days later there may be trouble breathing, low blood pressure & productive cough.

Question 5

does henna block uv rays? does it work like sunblock?

Accepted Answer

Henna: This is a plant extract. I do not think it has any uv protection. It is dark in color so it does protect the skin under it to a certain extent.

Question 6

as a tradesman working in dirty spaces, what should i know about hanta virus?

Accepted Answer

Rodents: Hantavirus is carried by rodents and transmitted to humans by the airborne route. Direct rodent contact should be avoided and particulate filter masks should be worn in closed spaces with poor ventilation where rodents may reside if construction/demolition work is being performed.

Question 7

how long could the hanta virus live outside a host? how long could it live in dust on old magazines?

Accepted Answer

Below: The virus does not remain active for long once outside of its host -- less than 1 week outdoors and a few hours when exposed to direct sunlight

Question 8

18 mo old child can only say hanna or dada.  is this normal development?  he just started to walk  2 months ago, may still fall down.  also unresponsi

Accepted Answer

No: At 18 m a toddler should use 5-10 words, walk forward &amp; backward, stoop &amp; pick up a toy, walk up steps with hand held. The information suggests developmental delay.

Question 9

what are the adverse effects of applying mehndi ( henna ) after using loreal hair color ?

Accepted Answer

Multiple: Henna can be used as in hair dye. Combining the two products can cause excessive reaction to Henna including some side effects such as inflammation of the skin (dermatitis) including redness, itching, burning, swelling, scaling, broken skin, blisters, and scarring of the skin. Rarely, allergic reactions can occur such as hives, runny nose, wheezing, and asthma.

Question 10

asthma but i forgot to ask about hanta virus. can asthma be one of the early signs of hanta virus?

Accepted Answer

No : Hantavirus infection is contracted from exposure of infected rodents. Four to 10 days after the initial phase of illness, the late symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (hps) appear. These are cough and shortness of breath, with the sensation of a tight band around the chest and a pillow over the face. The lungs fill with fluid.  In asthma lungs have more mucus, but do not fill with fluid.

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If a hangar temp 100.1 is that extreme?

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What are symptoms of hanta virus?

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What can be initial signs of hanta virus?

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Does henna block uv rays? does it work like sunblock?

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As a tradesman working in dirty spaces, what should i know about hanta virus?

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How long could the hanta virus live outside a host? how long could it live in dust on old magazines?

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18 mo old child can only say hanna or dada. is this normal development? he just started to walk 2 months ago, may still fall down. also unresponsi

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What are the adverse effects of applying mehndi ( henna ) after using loreal hair color ?

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Asthma but i forgot to ask about hanta virus. can asthma be one of the early signs of hanta virus?

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