Flu-like illnesses surge in Hyderabad amid HMPV fears: Doctors warn of rising respiratory infections

Doctors in Hyderabad have observed a noticeable increase in viral fevers and chest infections over the past two weeks. Fortunately, all patients are recovering as expected. Medical professionals advise the public to follow essential winter precautions to stay healthy during this surge in respiratory illnesses.

Hyderabad: In the midst of talk about HMPV (Human Metapneumovirus) infections in China, the chilly overcast weather conditions accompanied with early morning fog have started to cause a steady rise in seasonal upper respiratory tract infections in Hyderabad. Nursing homes, private clinics and Basthi Dawakhanas in Hyderabad have started to witness a gradual rise in the number of walk-in patients complaining of flu-like symptoms including dry cough, body pains and fevers.

There are clear indications that viral fevers are on the rise in the last fortnight and there is a rise in chest infections too. However, all our patients are recovering normally. People should take basic precautions that are mandatory during winter, doctors in Hyderabad said.

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“While we are witnessing a slight surge in upper and lower respiratory tract infections, people should focus on improving their immunity levels. There are simple Indian ways to improve immunity and avoid getting sick with seasonal ailments. People must take basic precautions,” doctors advised.

Recommendations to strengthen immunity:

General measures:

· Take warm water throughout the day

· Pranayama and meditation for at least 30 minutes

· Include a lot of Haldi (Turmeric), Jeera (Cumin), Dhaniya (Cornander) and Lahsun (Garlic) in cooking.

· A table spoon of Chavanprash in the morning.

· Diabetics should consume sugarless Chavanprash

· Drink herbal tea from Tulsi (Basil), Dalchini (Cinnamon), Kalimirch (black pepper), Shunthi (Dry Ginger) and Munakka (Raisin) once or twice a day.

· Golden milk i.e. half teaspoon of Haldi, powder in 150 ml of hot milk once or twice a day.