By - Raghav Gupta

All you need to know about Coronavirus- Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

What is Coronavirus?

Coronavirus is a type of common virus that has many different kinds, of which some of them causes disease. 2019 novel coronavirus that has caused a recent outbreak is the newest identified form that started in China. It causes infection in a person's nose, sinuses, upper throat, or respiratory tract.

What are the symptoms of novel coronavirus?

Following is the list of Coronavirus signs and symptoms that can result in pneumonia includes:

Coughs

Fever

Breathing Difficulties

Respiratory Problems

Running nose

In some cases, symptoms also led to organ failure. Patients with weak immune system could also experience serious throat illness.

How does the coronavirus spread?

The 2019 Novel Coronavirus was spreading through human to human transmission and animal to human transmission. Coronavirus disease is also feared in dogs and other canines. Dog owners in places of outbreak have started to keep their pets away from illness by making them wear masks. Coronavirus symptoms in dogs is yet to be officially reported.

Is there any vaccine to protect from coronavirus?

As of now, there is no vaccine to prevent novel coronavirus infection. Several vaccines are being tested on animals to control the deadly worldwide outbreak.

How to prevent yourself from coronavirus?

To help prevent coronavirus infection, a person should maintain basic hygiene and follow everyday preventive actions including:

Washing your hands often with soap and water

Using Alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water is not available

Avoid contact with sick people

Avoid close contact with suspected patients

Covering your cough or sneeze with fresh tissues

Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces

Keeping yourself hydrated and your throat wet might also help in preventing a possible infection. Any type of concern with your health should be reported to start an early course of treatment.

How is coronavirus infection treated?

Currently, there are no vaccines or specified treatment methods recommended by the World Health Organization or any apex medical body for coronavirus infection treatment.

However, conventional treatment is being carried for particular symptoms. Patients in China are being isolated for 12-24 days to further prevent infection to further weaken the immune system of the patients. For severe cases, support to vital organs is being provided to relieve pressure on the immune system

What are recommended Home Remedies for Coronavirus infection and symptoms?

Coronavirus strikes the human body like any other respiratory infection. It affects a person's oral cavity, trachea, and lungs. However, there is no proven cure for Novel Coronavirus but some home remedies proved to prevent symptoms.

Saltwater Gargle for sore throat

People infected with coronavirus reported severe sore throat. Gargling with warm salt water can help soothe the throat. It is considered an effective and easy home remedy for treating the same. Gargling with salt water is recommended to prevent symptoms because of its protective nature and healing qualities.

Soups for a healthy gut

Like any other upper respiratory infection, coronavirus affects nasal passage. Soup is being considered as a home remedy in China for a good reason: the combination of rich and healthy meat and vegetables nourishes the body boosting the immune system of the patient. So, if you have a runny nose, you know soup can help you feel better!

Garlic for immunity

Several studies suggest coronavirus targets human immunity. Garlic is rich in strong antimicrobial, antifungal, and antibacterial properties that boost immunity. It has been found effective for treating various cold-related problems. Garlic supplement for coronavirus may be effective if the potent antioxidant levels of the person are reported higher than expected to battle the illness.

Lemon Ginger Tea for headache

Patients with coronavirus infection experience a severe headache that lasts for days and sometimes weeks. For pain relief, many types of tea are recommended as an immune booster. Taking Ginger Lemon Tea, for an instance, can be beneficial as it includes a high level of antioxidants and antimicrobial content in Ginger. Lemon contains Vitamin C which can enhance immunity and help them get better.

Turmeric Milk for body

Turmeric Milk for cold is known to be a proven home remedy in India. Drinking turmeric milk can help in curing flu and cold. Curcumin in turmeric is known for its potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant property that provides instant relief in flu and fever.

Speaking of recent outbreaks, no one can ignore the rising death toll from coronavirus. Before we invite the infection in our house, let’s welcome home remedies to fight the symptoms that might help in preventing infection.

Where did the coronavirus outbreak start?

The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) started from a seafood market in Wuhan, China. The Huanan Seafood Market was marked as the centre of the outbreak after several people linked to the market were diagnosed with the deadly virus.

Coronavirus initially transmitted among animals and humans. Human to human transmission of the virus was reported after the outbreak went out of control. After the outbreak, the Chinese government sealed the city and nearby districts to contain the infection. More than 200 people have died from the virus so far and 9,821 cases have been registered.

The outbreak has affected 23 countries around the globe out of which deaths from the disease have only been in China.

What are other types of coronaviruses?

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) and Middle Eastern respiratory syndrome (MERS) are both caused by types of coronavirus. In 2002-03 SARS killed more than 750 people while infecting 8,000 others globally.

The 2019-nCoV has infected more people than SARS has ever. Countries around the globe are following preventions to contain the virus. Health Organizations like WHO is using their social media handles to update the world on recent outbreaks. People around the world are contributing their knowledge through social media and praying to say GOODBYE to the outbreak soon.