Last Monday, November 27, the United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announced through a statement information about the registration of the first case of swine flu in beings humans. So far, these are the symptoms of the disease that have been detected.
The UKHSA reported the emergence of a new strain of swine flu called H1N2 in a being human. The virus was detected in an individual from North Yorkshire who had respiratory problems, as well as symptoms common flu. Therefore, health authorities in the United Kingdom have already followed the necessary protocols to trace close contacts and the source of infection, since it is believed that the individual did not have direct contact with pigs.
However, the possible causes of this are still being investigated. diseaseas well as the level of transmissibility of the new strain, since generally this type of virus, as well as its variants, affect pigs and only in certain cases can they be transmitted to humans. humans.
“This is the first time we have detected this virus in humans in the UK, although it is very similar to viruses that have been detected in pigs, we are working quickly to trace close contacts and reduce potential spread… Pig farmers They should also immediately inform their local vet of any suspected swine flu in their herds,” said UK Health Security Agency incident manager Meera Chand.
Swine flu symptoms
The flu or influenza swine, is a virus belonging to the Orthomyxoviridae family that is divided into different subtypes, the most common being H1N1, H1N2 and H3N2, which cause respiratory problems. Although it is a disease which is commonly spread among pigs, The world health organization notes that symptoms clinicians in humans They are similar to those of the seasonal flu:
“The clinical manifestations are very variable, from an asymptomatic infection to severe pneumonia that kills the patient. As the usual clinical manifestations of swine flu in humans resemble those of seasonal influenza and other acute upper respiratory tract infections, most cases have been detected incidentally through seasonal influenza surveillance systems. .
This being the first case of swine flu in beings humans Great concern has been generated among health authorities, however, they are already working to understand and control the situation in order to take preventive measures and prevent the spread of the virus.