- So far, 4 cases have been identified in Mexico.
- The way in which this new disease is transmitted has not yet been identified.
- The SSa published an Epidemiological Notice with the purpose that all medical units of first, second and third level of care report cases likely to be located in this denomination.
The danger in the world does not end. The cases of Covid-19 have shown relative control but now there is a new disease that causes danger. It’s about the childhood hepatitis of unknown origin and although there is little information, at least some of its symptom. Although due to the recency of the problem, all data is updated daily.
Based on the official chronology, On April 18, the World Health Organization (WHO) published a health alert. From then on it is considered a problem of the highest priority. While now more than 200 cases have been identified in more than 15 countries, especially in Europe and America.
Most importantly, the cause of infection in pediatric patients is unknown. Although the only thing that has already been verified is that none of the cases correspond to the hepatitis A, B, C, D and E virus, which are the ones that are officially recognized.
For its part, this May 12, the first four cases in Mexico. They were detected in Nuevo León although the patients already receive the necessary care. But due to what happened in the rest of the world, it is not ruled out that more will appear in the following days.
symptom list
Now, although it has not been possible to identify the way in which the disease is transmitted, at least the main symptoms of childhood hepatitis of unknown origin. From the analysis of affected children it is known that all have developed the following complaints.
- Jaundice.
- Abdominal pain.
- Diarrhea.
- Threw up.
- Fever.
Regarding the patients, cases have been reported in babies from one month of age to adolescents of 16 years of age. Therefore it is the group that is in danger at the moment.
Adenovirus is mentioned as a possible cause because it has been identified in half of the cases. While in other patients with molecular tests there was also the presence of F 41. On the other hand, some children had SARS-CoV-2 but so far it has not been possible to verify a direct relationship with Covid-19.
Side effect of vaccines against Covid-19?
Similarly, it has been ruled out that it is a problem caused by vaccines against Covid-19. In fact, many of the children with symptoms of unknown childhood hepatitis had not even been immunized.
Now, when there are suspicious cases, it is essential never to fall into self-medication. If a child has discomfort, it is necessary to see a specialist immediately. Laboratory tests are required to confirm the disease.
For its part, the Ministry of Health (SSa) has already published a Epidemiological Notice with the purpose that all the medical units of first, second and third level of care report cases likely to be located in this denomination.