As cases of hMPV, a respiratory virus from the same family as RSV, rise, here's what you should know about symptoms and treatment:
Babies under 1 may have difficulty feeding properly. Studies show that HMPV infections make up about 5% to 10% of hospitalizations among children. Data shows up to 16% of them may develop serious complications like pneumonia.
If you notice serious symptoms, tell your doctor or seek medical care immediately. You might need to be hospitalized so that doctors can closely monitor your symptoms.Typically, your doctor will do a detailed physical exam and ask you about your personal and family medical histories. They may take swabs from your nose, mouth, or throat. They might order a lab test called rapid antigen test or PCR to check for the virus.
If you, or your child, have severe symptoms, your doctor may do a bronchoscopy. In that procedure, they insert a thin tube with a camera on its tip through your throat. They use that to collect a fluid sample to check for the virus.There’s no specific treatment or cure. Since most symptoms are mild and go away on their own, you’ll just need supportive care to manage your symptoms while you get well.
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