Ebola virus is a dangerous infection which is now spreading in India also. This virus can spread by coming in contact with an infected person. Initially, its symptoms are similar to common fever, due to which people often ignore it. However, this disease can gradually become serious and cause great harm to the body. Experts emphasize that it is very important to recognize these symptoms in time.
To protect yourself from the Ebola virus, maintaining good hygiene, maintaining a safe distance from infected people and avoiding unprotected contact are considered important measures. In this article, let’s learn about the different symptoms of the Ebola virus – beyond just fever – and how we can protect ourselves from it.
**What are the symptoms of Ebola virus?**
Dr. Vijay Kumar Sharma, Consultant, Internal Medicine at Regency Hospital, Gorakhpur, says that the initial symptoms of the virus are similar to common viral fever; As a result, people often do not recognize it in the early stages. Patients may experience high fever, severe headache, body and muscle aches, weakness, sore throat, and extreme fatigue. As the disease progresses, more serious conditions may occur, including vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, and – in some cases – internal or external bleeding.
**How to protect yourself from Ebola virus?**
Experts recommend that the most important step to prevent Ebola infection is to avoid direct contact with an infected person or their body fluids. When caring for an infected patient, protective equipment such as masks, gloves and other protective equipment should be used. It is also important to wash hands frequently with soap and water or use hand sanitizer. If any symptoms of infection appear, one should immediately consult a doctor and isolate the patient to prevent the infection from spreading to others.
People returning from countries or areas where cases of Ebola infection have been reported should pay special attention to their health. Timely identification and immediate medical treatment significantly increases the chances of saving the patient’s life. Therefore, instead of panicking, people need to be aware and take precautions.