Wednesday, July 14, 2021

New Coronavirus Symptom in Patients After Vaccination – All You Need to Know

Currently, India is reeling under the second wave of Coronavirus. Many people are facing serious problems like fever, cold, cough, breathlessness, body ache and many patients require oxygen therapy and admission to hospital due to complications. Fortunately, after a year, vaccines are available now that will offer protection against Covid-19. With its aim to vaccinate a maximum number of people to curb the Covid-19 menace, India will have nearly 120 million doses of coronavirus vaccines available for domestic use in the month of June. The only way to battle Covid is to take the jab and safeguard yourself from the infection.

However, experts have warned that even after taking the jab, you are still prone to catching Covid-19 infection. Although, symptoms may vary from common coronavirus infections. 

How Vaccine Can Safeguard You From COVID-19?

A vaccine is a vital tool that is essential in battling Covid along with wearing a mask, social distancing, and repeated hand sanitizing. Wearing a mask and maintaining a social distance of 6 feet will lower the transmission of Covid. In order to remain fit and healthy, it is the need of the hour to strictly adhere to the Covid protocol and halt the spread of the virus. 

Dr. Chhaya Vaja, General Physician at Apollo Spectra Hospital Mumbai said, “Studies and research have proven that the vaccine lowers one chance of contracting the virus and the complications if infected. The covid-19 vaccine offers natural protection that is natural immunity; it is completely safe and does not alter your DNA. Getting vaccinated can allow one to create an antibody response so that you are protected from the virus. Covid vaccination will also keep you away from falling seriously ill and hospitalization and is beneficial for your family and people around you.”

Can you get infected with COVID after taking vaccination?

A study conducted by scientists at King’s College, London, threw light on the most frequently seen symptoms, after getting the vaccination. The study revealed that such cases are rare, but still there. The researchers looked in detail at the symptoms these infections caused using the ZOE Covid Symptom Study app. It found that around 1.1 million people who had their first shot, 0.2 percent reported positive cases of COVID-19. And those who got both doses of the vaccine, 0.03 percent tested positive.

What are the symptoms of COVID-19 post-vaccination?

The King’s College, London, research revealed that there are four symptoms of COVID-19 that people should watch out for:

  • Sneezing: The research stated that one of the most commonly reported symptoms was sneezing who contracted the deadly virus than in those who didn’t get inoculated. Researchers found it was 24% more common in people under 60 who had Covid-19 after getting their jab.
  • Shortness of Breath: One of the most prominent symptoms of Coronavirus is shortness of breath. The research said that vaccinated people reported shortness of breath, it is a condition when a patient finds it difficult to catch a breath and fully get air to their lungs.
  • Earache: If you have been experiencing a ringing sound in the ears, and muffled hearing, so this could be a sign of COVID-19. Many vaccinated patients have also reported this symptom of tinnitus, according to the research.
  • Swollen glands: One of the side-effects of vaccines is swollen glands in the armpit or neck. They usually go in a day or two, but if it persists then it could be a sign of COVID-19.
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Thursday, April 30, 2020

What is Kawasaki disease? The rare child syndrome might have link to Covid-19

UK paediatrics specialists have warned that a small but rising number of children are becoming ill with a rare syndrome that could be linked to coronavirus.

On Sunday the Paediatric Intensive Care Society UK (PICS) warned about a small rise in the number of cases of critically ill children, some who had tested positive for Covid-19, presenting "overlapping features of toxic shock syndrome and atypical Kawasaki disease with blood parameters."

In a statement sent over the weekend to medical professionals who look after critically ill children, PICS said "abdominal pain and gastrointestinal symptoms have been a common feature as has cardiac inflammation."

So what is Kawasaki disease and how worried should parents and carers be?

What is Kawasaki disease?

Kawasaki disease, also known as Kawasaki syndrome, is a rare childhood illness that causes the walls of the blood vessels in the body to become inflamed.

According to the UK's National Health Service (NHS), the condition -- also known as mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome -- mainly affects children under the age of 5, although it can affect children of any age. 

Symptoms include a high temperature lasting for five days or longer, alongside a rash, swollen glands in the neck, dry cracked lips, red fingers or toes and red eyes, according to the healthcare provider.
If treated, the symptoms usually become less severe, the NHS said, adding that the disease is not contagious.

"Thankfully Kawasaki-like diseases are very rare, as currently are serious complications in children related to Covid-19, but it is important that clinicians are made aware of any potential emerging links so that they are able to give children and young people the right care fast," Professor Simon Kenny, NHS national clinical director for children and young people said in a statement sent to CNN on Monday.

A condition that can lead to heart complications

Kawasaki disease is a leading cause of acquired heart disease in the United States, and serious complications can include aneurysms and coronary artery dilations, according to US healthcare company the Mayo Clinic.

Standard treatment, which involves intravenous immunoglobulin and aspirin, can substantially decrease the development of coronary artery abnormalities, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says.

According to the NHS, around 25% of children with the disease who do not receive treatment go on to experience heart complications, which can include conditions such as heart attacks and heart disease.

However, the health care provider says that most children with Kawasaki disease make a full recovery if they receive prompt treatment.

What causes Kawasaki disease?
Experts admit that the causes of Kawasaki disease are not fully understood, but think that children who develop it could be genetically predisposed to it, having inherited certain genes from their parents.

The disease itself is not contagious, according to the NHS, meaning that it is unlikely to be caused by a virus alone.

The disease is more common in children from Northeast Asia, especially Japan and Korea, the NHS said.

What is the link to Covid-19?
The link between Kawasaki disease and Covid-19 is unclear, but health care professionals have reassured parents that the risk of children becoming severely ill with the virus remains low.
In a report released in April, the CDC said that children diagnosed with coronavirus in the US typically have mild cases of the virus.

The number of Covid-19 cases among children remains small and while some children and infants have been sick with Covid-19, adults make up most of the known cases to date, according to the CDC.
Professor Rosalind Smyth, director and professor of child health, UCL Great Ormond St Institute of Child Health, said current evidence suggests that most children with Covid-19 who receive medical attention have mild symptoms, with about half having a fever, around 40% having a cough and less than 10% of reported cases having gastrointestinal symptoms.

"However, our understanding of this condition in children is limited. Covid-19 does present, in adults, as an inflammatory disease affecting a number of organs. We should investigate fully these children, with SARS-CoV-2, who present with a multi-system inflammatory disease to assess whether this is a presentation of Covid-19," Smyth said in a statement Monday.

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Monday, February 17, 2020

Dengue virus is resistant to vaccine

Researchers at the University of Texas has recently conducted a study in which they found that dengue virus is undergoing various changes that are assisting it in nullifying effects of vaccines and therapeutics.

For the study, the scientists took DENV2 strain of dengue virus from four patients and tested them. They also developed the same strain in the laboratory and analysed them as well. The study results published in the journal PLOS Pathogens showed that the laboratory developed virus strain transformed into bumpy particles when undergone mutation in the E protein. And the strain that were taken from humans were found to have smooth surface structure at 37 degrees Celsius. Notably, the viral surface became a bumpy one after the strain experienced fever temperature of about 40 degree Celsius.

This clearly meant that the dengue virus has a smooth spherical surface whilst it is growing in the mosquito’s body, which has a temperature of 29 degrees Celsius. However, it changes to a bumpy one at the human physiological temperature. And, this morphing ability is what helps the virus to camouflage and manage to evade the host’s immune system.

According to researchers, it is important to understand the mechanism behind this transformation to develop effective dengue vaccine and therapeutics for the condition.

While we have understood the reason behind the rapidly increasing cases of dengue fever in the country and world-wide, let’s know what exactly this disease is all about. This is important to effectively prevent the condition in the first place.


Symptoms of dengue fever

Symptom of dengue in children and teens are no different. They basically do not experience any symptom during the initial phase of dengue fever, especially if it is mild. Symptoms of dengue generally occurs post four to seven days of being exposed to the dengue virus. Some of the dengue fever symptoms basically involve high fever, headache, muscle, joint, and bone pain, vomiting, nausea, swollen glands, pain behind the eyes, rashes, etc. With timely treatment, these signs will fade away. If you fail to get yourself checked and treated on time, you may go through complications like severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, blood in your urine, bleeding from your gums, difficulty in breathing etc.


Diagnosis and line of treatment for dengue fever

As the signs and symptoms of dengue fever mimic those of the other common infections and diseases, it is a bit difficult to confirm the condition. So, doctors firstly try to rule out other diseases like malaria, typhoid fever, and leptospirosis. He will also ask you about your medical history. Then, he may perform a blood test to see if dengue ns1 antigen is present in your blood. Looking for dengue ns1 is quite effective and reliable as far as diagnosis of this condition is concerned.

Notably, there is no specific treatment is present for dengue fever. Doctors basically focus on reducing the symptoms of dengue fever. He may ask you to consume plenty of fluids to get rid of dehydration and high fever, which are two main signs of dengue. He may also give you pain reliever and ask you to eat iron rich foods. This is because dengue fever leads to drastic loss of platelets count. Some of the food sources of iron include spinach, red meat, legumes, pumpkin seeds etc.


Dengue prevention

By knowing the risk factors of dengue fever, you can manage to prevent the condition. Some of the known factors that increase your likelihood of getting dengue fever include living in tropical areas and prior dengue infection. Also, you can take vaccines to slightly reduce your risk. Moreover, if you are living in an area where the dengue infection is quite prevalent, stay in air-conditioned house, wear full sleeved clothes, and use mosquito repellent. Also, make sure that there is no mosquito breeding ground in and around your house.


Home care for dengue

Apart from opting medical help, you can rely on some of the most effective home remedies for dengue. Try having giloy juice on a daily basis. It is known to improve your metabolism and boost immunity. A strong defence system will help you fight against the dengue virus effectively. To consume it, you just need to boil two stems of giloy plant and drink this warm water twice a day. You can also opt for papaya leaf juice. It can potentially improve your platelet count. Guava juice is another effective home remedy for dengue fever. Being jam-packed with vitamin C, it can help you build strong immunity. It also contains important nutrient that you may need to recover faster. Fenugreek seeds are also found to be effective in tackling dengue. Being rich in vitamin C, K, and fibre, they can help you control dengue fever. To have them, you just need to soak some seeds in hot water. Let the water cool and then drink it twice a day. Doing that can bring down your fever and boost your immunity too.


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Saturday, November 23, 2019

16 Signs There’s A Toxic, Congested Lymph In The Body And How To Help Drain It

Since we are constantly surrounded by numerous toxins from various sources, and lead fast-paced lifestyles, toxins start to accumulate and clog the lymphatic system, residing the body in stress and weakening the immunity. 

According to Medical News Today:
“The lymphatic system is part of the immune system. It also maintains fluid balance and plays a role in absorbing fats and fat-soluble nutrients.

The lymphatic or lymph system involves an extensive network of vessels that passes through almost all our tissues to allow for the movement of a fluid called lymph. Lymph circulates through the body in a similar way to blood. There are about 600 lymph nodes in the body. These nodes swell in response to infection, due to a build-up of lymph fluid, bacteria, or other organisms and immune system cells.

The lymphatic system plays a key role in the immune system, fluid balance, and absorption of fats and fat-soluble nutrients. ”

The lymphatic system supports every body system, so it is very important to flush it out from time to time and prevent numerous conditions, from cellulite to cancer.

The first symptom of lymph congestion is dehydration. To check this issue, sip hot water every 10-15 minutes throughout the day, and at the end of the day, if your mouth is dry and thirsty, you are dehydrated and your lymph is congested. To rehydrate the body, repeat this therapy for 2 weeks.

Additionally, drink 1/2 your ideal body weight in ounces of water daily during these two weeks.
Here are the most common symptoms of lymphatic congestion:
  • Dry skin
  • Mild rash or acne
  • Swollen fingers
  • Brain fog
  • Weak immune system
  • Mild headaches
  • High histamine levels and irritations due to common environmental allergens
  • Occasional constipation, diarrhea and/or mucus in the stool
  • Swollen glands
  • Itchy skin
  • Tiredness
  • Soreness and/or stiffness in the morning
  • Bloating/water retention
  • Weight gain and extra belly fat
  • Breast swelling or soreness with each cycle
  • Hypersensitivity
All red-staining foods are powerful natural lymph-moving agents that detoxify the body, including beets, berries,  Echinacea, Red Root, cherries, pomegranate, and cranberries. 

Beets are among the most successful ones, as they thin the bile and scrub the villi of the gut, which is where the digestive lymph originates. 

Therefore, combine the warm water rehydration therapy with the consumption of red foods, and you will optimize the function of the lymphatic system and improve overall health.

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