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Chandipura Virus
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The National Institute of Virology (NIV) in Pune confirmed the first fatality of a four-year-old girl due to Chandipura virus in Gujarat. The virus has led to 15 suspected deaths across nearly a dozen districts in the state.
About:
- Virus Characteristics: Chandipura virus (CHPV) is an arbovirus transmitted primarily through sandfly bites. It causes acute encephalitic illness, mainly affecting children.
- Symptoms and Diagnosis: Symptoms include high fever, seizures, vomiting, and altered sensorium. Diagnosis is typically confirmed through PCR testing and viral culture.
- Treatment and Prevention: There is no specific antiviral treatment; management is supportive. Prevention focuses on controlling sandfly populations and avoiding bites through insect repellent and protective clothing.
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