Expert Insights: Understanding Nipah Virus Infection Ft. Dr. Jitendra Choudhary

Written By : Isra Zaman

Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli

Published On 2023-09-16 05:45 GMT | Update On 2023-09-16 09:20 GMT

In today's video we will discuss about the recent outbreak of Nipah Virus, a zoonotic virus that causes infection in humans and other animals, a disease with a high mortality rate. In its recent outbreak in Kerala, the tally stands at six cases, including two fatalities.

To gain insights into this potentially life-threatening disease, Medical Dialogues interviewed Dr. Jitendra Choudhary, who is a consultant at Intensive Care & Critical Care, Hiranandani Hospital, Vashi.

Dr Jitendra Choudhary received his MD degree from BJMC, Ahmedabad. After completing his MD in Anesthesiology, he perceived Critical Care training and completed his FNB in Critical Care Medicine. He has been working in Critical Care for the past eight years.

In this video, he provides answers for the following questions:

1. Why we should be concerned about the Nipah Virus Infection?

2. How is the virus transmitted? What are the common symptoms that patients should be aware of?

3. Are there any risk factors for contracting the Nipah Virus?

4. How is the Nipah Virus diagnosed, and what is the recommended treatment protocol for individuals who have contracted the disease?

5. Are there any preventive measures or precautions people can take to reduce their risk of contracting the Nipah Virus, especially in endemic areas?

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Isra Zaman

Isra Zaman is a Life Science graduate from Daulat Ram College, Delhi University, and a postgraduate in Biotechnology from Amity University. She has a flair for writing, and her roles at Medicaldialogues include that of a Sr. content writer and a medical correspondent. Her news pieces cover recent discoveries and updates from the health and medicine sector. She can be reached at editorial@medicaldialogues.in.

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Expert Insights: Understanding Nipah Virus Infection Ft. Dr. Jitendra Choudhary

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