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health2 years ago

Rising Cases of 'White Lung Pneumonia' in Children: A Mother's Frightening Experience

The Warren County Health District in Ohio has reported a spike in pediatric pneumonia cases, with 145 cases between the ages of three and 14 reported since August. One mother shared her son's frightening experience, where he exhibited symptoms of mycoplasma pneumonia, also known as "white lung syndrome." The local hospital was overwhelmed with cases, and pediatricians struggled to treat the rising number of patients. Health officials have stated that the outbreak is not linked to any viruses circulating in China, and there is no evidence connecting it to other surges. Symptoms of the illness include cough, fever, fatigue, sore throat, and headaches. Parents are urged to seek medical attention promptly if their children show any signs of the pneumonia strain.

via The Independent|
#health#ohio#outbreak
health2 years ago

Global Concerns Rise as Mycoplasma Outbreak Sparks Pneumonia Cases Worldwide

Outbreaks of pediatric pneumonia cases, mainly affecting children, have been reported in China, South Korea, and France, with mycoplasma pneumonia being identified as a likely main culprit. Other contributing factors include respiratory syncytial virus, influenza, and Covid-19. The bacterial illness caused by mycoplasma is often mild but can last for weeks, and young children with a nascent immune system may be at greater risk. The rise in mycoplasma infections may be due to a combination of lowered immune defenses caused by Covid-19 and an "immunity gap" resulting from reduced seasonal illnesses during lockdowns. Measures such as masking, handwashing, and staying home when sick are recommended to prevent the spread of mycoplasma and other respiratory infections.

via Forbes|
#health#immunity#mycoplasma-pneumonia
health2 years ago

Strep infections in the US continue to soar, surpassing pre-pandemic levels.

Strep infections have remained high in the US this spring, even compared to pre-pandemic years. The CDC reported that emergency department visits for regular strep infections reached a five-year high in February and March. Rates of invasive group A strep infections have also been higher than usual, particularly in children and older adults. Doctors have a few theories as to why strep infections have persisted at high levels, including a decline in cases during the pandemic due to Covid mitigation measures, which then left people more susceptible later. The high rate of strep infections has been extra difficult because of a shortage of the antibiotic amoxicillin.

via AOL|
#antibiotic-shortage#cdc#health
health2 years ago

Arcturus COVID variant shows new symptom and increased infectivity.

The new highly contagious COVID variant, XBB.1.16 or Arcturus, is causing a surge in infections in India and is associated with a new symptom in children, "itchy" conjunctivitis or pinkeye without pus. Pediatric COVID cases are on the rise in India, with an "infantile phenotype" emerging. The variant is currently being monitored by the CDC and the World Health Organization, but is not widely spreading in the U.S. Scientists do not expect it to be more lethal than other variants and it will likely cause a milder illness resembling the flu.

via AL.com|
#arcturus#covid-variant#health
health2 years ago

WHO identifies new symptom in highly transmissible COVID variant 'Arcturus'

XBB.1.16, a highly transmissible COVID-19 variant, is causing a surge of cases in India and is on the rise in the US, Singapore, and Australia. Pediatric cases of COVID-19 are increasing in India, with a new symptom of "itchy" conjunctivitis, which hasn't been seen in earlier COVID waves. Doctors are warning parents not to ignore symptoms, especially in children with obesity, asthma, and other immunocompromised conditions. XBB.1.16 is a recombinant of two descendants of "stealth Omicron" BA.2 and is considered "one to watch" due to its potential to infect more easily and cause more severe disease.

via Fortune|
#conjunctivitis#covid-19#health