Influenza H3N2 Virus : About, Symptoms

 H3N2v is a non-human influenza virus that normally circulates in pigs and that has infected humans. 

Influenza viruses that normally circulate in pigs are called “variant” viruses when they are found in people.

Influenza A H3N2 variant viruses (also known as “H3N2v” viruses) with the matrix (M) gene from the 2009 H1N1 pandemic virus were first detected in people in July 2011. 

fever, cough, fatigue, headache, muscle aches, sore throat, and nasal congestion

Symptoms Of H3N2 Viral Infection

Most of the researchers and doctor has said that antiviral drugs prescribed for influenza virus is applicable on this H3N2 variant.

Treatment For H3N2 Virus

The all India medical association has asked all Indian doctors to prescribe oseltamivir and zanamivir.