The term "SARS" is a nickname for the new outbreak of fatal SARS virus infections in humans
SARS-coV (severe acute respiratory syndrome virus) emerged in August 2020 and caused serious acute respiratory syndrome (SARI). This is caused by a particular type of virus, the coronaviruses, that cause respiratory infection due to virus particles that have replicated within the body and are not normally excreted.
The latest variant of SARS-coV, MERS-CoV (middle East Respiratory Syndrome) began to be identified in March of this year. MERS has no known natural immunity mechanism and is transmissible between humans through direct contact with their respiratory secretions (nasal secretions) or via other body fluids. The first case of MERS appeared in Saudi Arabia in April and the virus continues to spread to include various regions of the world. The third variant of the coronaviruses, SARS-CoV2, was first identified in April and has rapidly spread to several areas of the world.
Patients experience fever, cough, and shortness of breath. They may also develop pneumonia, difficulty breathing or swallowing. A more serious complication of SARS is emphysema, which can result from lack of airways and can be fatal if left untreated. There is no cure for SARS.
In addition to the health risks associated with this disease, healthcare professionals are concerned that the media has played an important role in creating fear. For example, during the peak of SARS news coverage on television, there were several news stories detailing the death toll and some details about the virus and its aftermath.
Healthcare professionals working with SARS patients are advised not to share information about the virus with family members or friends outside the affected countries. It is important not to give personal information about your symptoms to anyone. Although there have been reports of spread of the virus to household contacts, this has not been confirmed and the risk to patients remains very low.
Public awareness campaigns about the disease have been initiated by the World Health Organization and other international health agencies. These campaigns aim to educate all affected patients and their families about the virus, symptoms and recommended treatment options.
Disease can be traced from animals to humans through direct contact tracing. in case of transmission from a person. If you think you may have contracted the disease and suspect that you have SARS, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
Tests have been performed on animals infected with SARS to diagnose the infection and detect human symptoms. In most cases, animal testing has been done in conjunction with public health authorities in countries where the virus has been confirmed in humans.
If you suspect that you or someone else in your family has SARS, you need to follow up with local health officials or contact tracing services. These health officials will advise the patient of the most appropriate care and then arrange for the laboratory tests to confirm the diagnosis.
The medical professionals will monitor your condition closely and arrange for necessary tests and treatment. Once the diagnosis has been confirmed, the medical professionals will make recommendations to address any complications.
Health care providers will continue to work closely with the patient and his/her family so as to provide the best possible treatment and care. In the meantime, family members should be encouraged to monitor your health regularly and inform them of any new or unusual symptoms you are experiencing. This will help prevent a spread of the disease.
Symptoms of SARS include: fever, body aches, difficulty breathing, cough with mucus, night sweats, vomiting, chills and chest pains. You should always remember that although the disease can strike at any age, younger children and babies are more prone to SARS because they cannot express their own body fluids.
In some cases, SARS has no clear diagnosis and can be fatal. But even in cases of SARS, it is possible to prevent further transmission of the disease by proper handling of sick people. It is important for everyone to remain calm and well informed about SARS.
If the patient's symptoms do not improve or disappear after four weeks of treatment, the person should see a doctor. The doctor may order tests to rule out other diseases or disorders and rule out other reasons for the symptoms.
