Coronavirus disease - signs, symptoms, treatment: features. How is coronavirus transmitted? Does coronavirus pass without treatment? Is it possible to get coronavirus for the second time?

In this article, we will talk that such a disease as coronavirus, as it manifests itself, is treated and how it can be protected from it.

A little over a year ago, the world learned about the existence of coronavirus. This disease has spread very quickly and now people have to live, observing constantly preventive measures. Let's learn with you how coronavirus develops, what are its signs, features of the course and treatment.

Paths of coronavirus transmission: Ways to spread

It is possible to become infected with coronavirus from another person, even if he has no symptoms. As in the case of other respiratory infections, infection often occurs after contact with the sick. Specialists stand out 3 main ways to transmit the virus:

• Airborne. In this case, the particles of the virus are transmitted along with the mucus, which is released during sneezing or coughing. Drops of sputum fall on another person through the mucous membrane of the eyes or respiratory tract. This is possible with close contact, that is, at a distance of 1-2 meters.
• Contact. Coronavirus is transmitted through objects contaminated with the sputum of a sick person. For example, the elevator buttons, door handles, handrails in transport and so on. According to studies, coronavirus on solid surfaces can remain up to one week. In addition, the transfer of the virus is possible during hugs, handshakes or kisses.
• Fecal-oral. Studies of experts confirmed that the virus stands out with feces and penetrates the sewage system. In this case, it is difficult to protect yourself, all the more unknown how much the virus is stored in such conditions. The solution to this issue should be dealt with by utilities.

Signs of coronavirus - symptoms by days: signs, severity

When coronavirus infection occurs, certain symptoms are manifested in a person. Depending on the degree of severity and form of the disease, they may vary. Let's look at them in more detail.

• First of all, a person after infection passes the stage of the incubation period. It lasts about 5-7 days. In 98% of cases, it lasts no more than 11 days. At the same time, if a person was infected as a result of close contact, in which a high infective dose is released, then the symptoms can occur within three days.
• After that, the disease begins directly. It flows in a light, medium or mild shape.
• Light shape. It resembles SARS in symptoms, but has some features. For example, a temperature of 37-37.5 degrees lasts for a long time and smell is lost.

The middle form. It is more severe. The temperature rises to 38 degrees. Signs of SARS are manifested. After about a week, a person has feels strong weakness and compression in the chest.

Heavy shape. When the sick man develops a particularly severe form of coronavirus, then in this case, immune cells begin to attack not only the infection itself, but also the healthy tissues of the body. As a rule, at this stage the patient is connected to the apparatus of artificial ventilation of the lungs.

Coronavirus Treatment: Actic algorithm

Treatment, when there is a coronavirus disease, is prescribed directly by a doctor. As a rule, special medicines that affect the virus are prescribed. Antiviral drugs are also used.

The recommendations of the Ministry of Health of Russia indicate five drugs that can be used to treat coronavirus:

• Favipiravir. This drug appeared in Japan. It was assumed that it will be effective for the treatment of influenza. However, due to adverse reactions, he did not go on sale. He was tested against coronavirus in China, and then in India and Russia. In Russia, the drug is produced under the name “Coronavir” and “Apiplivir”. Today they are given free patients in home treatment.
• Hydroxichlorokhin. This drug is antimalarial. It is effective, but adverse reactions are often manifested. At the same time, since June 2020, WHO refused to use the funds, but he did not “leave” from Russian protocols. So it continues to be used with mild and medium forms of the disease.
• Azithromycin. This is an antibiotic of a wide range of action. It is often used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory system. The drug has an anticytokin effect on coronavirus, that is, it prevents systemic toxic effects.
• Recombinant alpha interferon. This medicine increases immunity, kills viruses and relieves inflammation. Interferon in the form of drops in the nose is used. This tool is considered safe for children and pregnant women. However, it is important to take into account that the tool is effective only with mild and medium forms.
• Umifenovir. This drug in Russia is called "Arbidol". It is often used to treat SARS. According to the recommendations, it makes sense to apply it only with a slight course of the disease. In particular, the medicine reduces cough, fever and difficulty breathing. However, it does not affect the speed of recovery.

Among other things, other drugs are used for the treatment of COVID-19. It can be anticoagulants and antiggers (Dipidridamol, calcium above -Parin). Their use is due to the fact that during the disease the blood is thickening, which increases the risk of blood clots. They are mainly included in the scheme in the case of a middle or heavy shape. Monoclonal antibodies are also used in the treatment (Tocilizumab, second -time, kanakinumab, levilimab). With their help, the risk of negative consequences of coronavirus decreases.

Another effective method of treatment is the transfusion of blood plasma from the donor, which has already illuminated the COVID-19 and has antibodies. It is noted that the procedure is effective. However, it is used in medium or severe form.

Coronavirus treatment algorithm at home: Scheme

As a rule, when the patient has a coronavirus disease, he can undergo treatment at home without hospitalization. This is possible only in the case of a mild shape. Most often, doctors prescribe anti -inflammatory, vasoconstrictors. In addition, coughing funds are appointed. With an increase in body temperature, antipyretic are used.

Remember that regardless of the form of coronavirus, it is important not to self -medicate, but to strictly follow the doctor's recommendations. This will help to avoid consequences.

Depending on the age of the patient, the selected treatment regimen may vary. So, patients from 18 to 45 years old are recommended to observe bed rest, drink a lot of water and warm drinks. In addition, drugs are prescribed to eliminate symptoms. But patients with complications and those over 50 years old should not be hesitated. They should take antibiotics, as well as intestinal microflora.

In cases where the temperature does not rise above 38 degrees, it is not required to take antipyretic drugs. One -time intake of paracetamol is possible when overcoming this mark. He works efficiently in the case of coronavirus. If you are pursued by a weight in the body, headaches, and there is also pressure in the chest, then taking ibuprofen, nimesulide and other products is allowed.

There are also some actions that help alleviate the condition. In particular, special drops are used from nasal congestion. If necessary, the nose is washed with saline. Chlorhexidine and Miramistin are prescribed from sore throat and sore throat.

Does coronavirus pass without treatment?

Many are interested in the question of whether the disease passes with coronavirus without treatment? According to a medical classification, a mild form is meant any form of a disease that develops without pneumonia and polyorgan deficiency. The statistics include asymptomatic patients and those who had signs for 7-21 days. It is difficult to say for sure whether coronavirus will pass, if it is not treated. It all depends on its current. Even with a slight form, signs may not pass for up to 4 weeks, and a deterioration in the condition can be observed regardless of the stage.

How to protect yourself from coronavirus: prevention measures

Coronavirus disease is possible, as we have already said, after contact with the infected. To protect yourself from an unwanted disease, you must adhere to some recommendations:

• Do not touch your hands. The fact is that we constantly touch the surfaces, and the virus can live on them. Accordingly, touching your face with raw hands, you can bring the virus inside.
• Wash your hands more often. This is the simplest procedure, but with high efficiency. It is recommended to wash your hands for 40-60 seconds. If you have to wash your hands in public places, then close the tap with a napkin or a disposable towel. In addition, it is better to wash your hands with soap.
• Use antiseptics. In this case, the hands should be processed within 20-30 seconds. However, when purchasing funds, it is important to carefully study the composition. It is optimal if the product contains 80% ethanol, 1.45% glycerin and 0.125% hydrogen peroxide.
• If everyone covered his nose and mouth during sneezing, then the coronavirus would have gone quickly. It is more correct to sneeze in a napkin, and if it is not there, then in the bend of the elbow. After use, the napkin is immediately thrown away. By the way, if you hide behind your hand, it can be dangerous, because then with your hand you will take on different surfaces.
• Wear a medical mask. This product is intended not only for sick, but also healthy people. It should fit tightly to the face and not have gaps. The product is changing every 2-3 hours. And it cannot be used again.
• Try to leave the house as little as possible, as well as observe a social distance of 1.5-2 meters.
• Improte the room. Fresh air helps to reduce the viral load.

Where and how can you hand over the Coronavirus test?

Coronavirus disease is detected by passing the test or passing of computed tomography. Both options are effective. You can go through testing for free if there are indications. Or contact a private laboratory.

In Russia, test systems are used based on a polymerase chain reaction or PCR with the determination of RNA coronavirus. They have an accuracy of 98% and are used around the world. Even if the disease is in the incubation period, until the symptoms appear, it is detected.

To obtain the result, the patient is taken from the nasopharynx or throat. It is not necessary to prepare for an analysis specially. The results, as a rule, are ready in a few days.

Free testing for the identification of coronavirus is carried out in cases where:

• Citizen arrived from abroad
• He contacted the infected
• There are complications in the form of pneumonia or bronchitis
• It is important to understand that only a doctor can give a referral to free analysis.

Are antibodies produced after coronavirus and how much do they act?

Coronavirus is viral. When a person gets ill with them, he has antibodies produced. However, so far it has not yet been unambiguously determined how long they have been preserved.

Constant immunity is usually not produced. Experts have found that protection against re -disease in the patient is persisted for about six months.

Is there a vaccine from coronavirus?

In Russia, vaccination from coronavirus has already begun at the moment. The first parties began to enter the regions at the end of December 2020. At first, vaccinations were set only by teachers, law enforcement officers and doctors. However, now it is planned to massively vaccinate pensioners.

The drug is called "Satellite V". It belongs to vaccines with a viral vector. In other words, they use a virus created by artificially. It cannot cause a disease, but makes the body produce an immune response. Vaccination is held in two stages. First, the first vaccination is placed and for 21 days, experts observe the patient's condition. After that, the second is placed.

Is it possible to drink alcohol after coronavirus?

If the disease with coronavirus is detected in humans, then it is strictly forbidden to drink alcohol. This can lead to complications.

In addition, the treatment of coronavirus does not do without medicines, and they, as you know, act otherwise when combining them with alcohol. Also, if a person drank a large amount of alcohol during the day, then ethyl alcohol and its decay products block the effect of medicines. If we consider that some of the alcohol is excreted through the lungs, then this gives an additional blow to them. And with coronavirus, they suffer.

After the treatment is completed, it should not be relaxed in any case, since the body still needs time to recover after the illness. It will be weakened, and the effect of alcohol will complicate further recovery. In addition, it is possible to exacerbate certain diseases.

Is it possible in the bathhouse under the coronavirus?

Some are interested in if there is a coronavirus disease, is it possible to go to the bathhouse? In fact, experts do not give a definite answer to the question. This is due to the fact that when resolving the issue, several factors should be taken into account.

So, for visiting the bathhouse, several factors stand:

• High temperature makes coronavirus weaken faster, and reduce its negative effect on the body
• Bath procedures enhance blood circulation, as well as the production of other fluids. This is well affected by a person’s state, and also forces the toxins secreted by pathogenic organisms, including viruses
• Soaring makes white blood cells actively be produced. They are able to deal with any infections, including coronavirus
• In any case, it is important to consider your condition and course of the disease, as well as consult a specialist.

Is it possible to make inhalation with a nebulizer under coronavirus?

The action of the nebulizer is due to the fact that it provides steam access to the human body. If it enters light steam, it moisturizes the mucous membrane and makes sputum come out.

The temperature of the steam should be room. If it turns out to be too high, then the risk of damage to the mucous membrane. Such damage causes the development of inflammatory processes and force the viruses to behave more actively.

With coronavirus disease, nebulizers can not be called a guarantor of recovery. They help to make immunity work. As a result, the mucous membrane is restored, which helps to relieve symptoms of the disease, as well as recovery.

In other words, inhalations are just an additional treatment method. However, it has a certain effectiveness.

By the way, with a confirmed coronavirus, inhalations can be carried out using aerosols and antistatic spray cans. However, doctors advise you to prefer Nebulizers. They simultaneously moisturize both the respiratory tract and the mucous membranes.

Is it possible for coronavirus to be plasters?

Mustard is one of the effective means. But is it possible to use them if there is a coronavirus disease? It is believed that it makes sense to use mustard plasters, as they help to retreat sputum during illness or after, when there is a residual cough.

However, like inhalations, mustard plasters cannot become a replacement for a complete treatment. It is more like auxiliary therapy. With coronavirus pneumonia, only mustard plasters can not do. Mandatory antibiotics are required.

By the way, mustard is a natural antiviral drug. Therefore, when the first symptoms of the disease appear and there is no temperature, you can steep the legs in hot water with mustard.

Is it possible to continue breastfeeding with coronavirus?

Regardless of gender, age and status, everyone is possible with coronavirus. Young mothers who breastfeed the baby are no exception. But is it possible to continue to do this if the virus still penetrated the body?

According to experts, it is possible to continue breastfeeding. It all depends on the capabilities of the mother. The same applies to feeding with soured milk.

The WHO recommendations indicate the following:

• To reduce the risk of a child’s disease, it is recommended to carefully follow the hygiene of the hands, and to put on a disposable mask for the duration of feeding.
• If the coronavirus is suspected, the mother should self -associate from the rest of the family. Mother's contact with a child is recommended only for the duration of feeding and in compliance with all precautions for 7 seven days until signs of improvement appear.
• If the child and mother have to be separated for a while, then experts advise maintaining the production of milk in compliance with hand hygiene. For example, you can use the breast pump.

Is it possible to smoke with a coronavirus in a mild form?

Smoking even without illness negatively affects the body. It leads to a decrease in immunity and increases the risk of inflammation of the bronchi and lungs. If there is a coronavirus disease, then the respiratory tract suffers first. Accordingly, smoking exposes an additional risk.

It is difficult for smokers to abandon cigarettes. Of course, with a severe disease, such a question is unlikely to appear, because a person will not even be able to sit on his own. Nevertheless, even with a slight form of coronavirus, it is better to abandon cigarettes.

Is it possible to get coronavirus for the second time?

According to studies, coronavirus is constantly mutating. That is why vaccination is not a guarantee that the body will be protected for several years.

At the same time, there are already cases of a second disease. It manifests itself exactly as with primary infection. Some note that to transfer coronavirus is already becoming more difficult.

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