Question 1

if my kids gave rsv virus to their grandfather can they catch it back from him? hes had symptoms for a week and both the kids appear to be ok now. they are suppose to go to his house today but i dont want them to get the virus back.

Accepted Answer

No: RSV is one of many "cold" viruses that accounts for a majority of URI's in season. Once a kid develops that infection &amp; their body heals, they are immune for at least that season though the immunity will eventually fade. You don't pass RSV back &amp; forth like a strep throat. They could get another "cold" this season but from a different virus.

Question 2

how do i go about getting tested for covid 19 if i have shown symptoms of the virus?

Accepted Answer

COVID 19: In South Africa- one consults with a medical provider who will determine need for COVID 19 testing.  Consult your local primary care provider or you can use telemedicine for individual consultations. There are a number of free apps you can use to look at your risk.

Question 3

good day, 3 of my family members have been tested positive for the covid-19 virus. i have yet to show symptoms even though it's been 1 week since they have fallen ill. what should i do going further ?

Accepted Answer

Testing: I am a practicing ER physician, so I am swabbing people for COVID daily.  I have not had symptoms as such personally I feel no compulsion to get tested. Purpose for testing is to do an action. So my answer is if no symptoms no need for testing. However, some people like to know there status or your community or work likes to know.. That varies from community. So check with your Heath department.

Question 4

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 5

what are symptoms of west neil virus?

Accepted Answer

Usually none: 70 - 80 % of people usually have no symptoms. Some get fever, headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea, or rash.  Less than 1% of infect people get encephalitis or meningitis. Symptoms are severe headache, high fever, neck stiffness, disorientation, coma, tremors, seizures, or paralysis

Question 6

same cold virus, but different symptoms, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Well, there are over: A hundred different viruses that cause  the common cold. So, i wouldn't be so sure that it is the exact same cold virus.

Question 7

whenever i get a cold or virus i get severe symptoms compared to anyone else i know. why?

Accepted Answer

Your immune: system my not be functioning as effectively as it should be or could be. Do you have any other health concerns?

Question 8

does symptoms of corona will emerge just after 4-5 hrs of exposure to virus ? is it possible ?

Accepted Answer

: Of course, it is indeed possible, even while wearing a mask, if you were exposed indoors.  If you have symptoms, get tested.

Question 9

i have symptoms of the virus, my boss suggested that i get tested before returning to work. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

GP: Best would be to inform your GP that can further coordinate.

Question 10

been in contact with someone who tested positive for the virus..when should i worry for me and my family ?can we get tested before getting symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Covid 19: The incubation period is usually 2 to 14 days (but can be as quick as one day). The median time if 5 days.  You have more chance of having an accurate test result if you have symptoms or you wait at least a few days after COVID 19 contact.

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If my kids gave rsv virus to their grandfather can they catch it back from him? hes had symptoms for a week and both the kids appear to be ok now. they are suppose to go to his house today but i dont want them to get the virus back.

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How do i go about getting tested for covid 19 if i have shown symptoms of the virus?

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Good day, 3 of my family members have been tested positive for the covid-19 virus. i have yet to show symptoms even though it's been 1 week since they have fallen ill. what should i do going further ?

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What are symptoms of hanta virus?

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What are symptoms of west neil virus?

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Same cold virus, but different symptoms, what is this?

A member asked:

Whenever i get a cold or virus i get severe symptoms compared to anyone else i know. why?

A member asked:

Does symptoms of corona will emerge just after 4-5 hrs of exposure to virus ? is it possible ?

A member asked:

I have symptoms of the virus, my boss suggested that i get tested before returning to work. what do i do?

A member asked:

Been in contact with someone who tested positive for the virus..when should i worry for me and my family ?can we get tested before getting symptoms?

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