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First Case of HMPV Detected in Bengaluru: Eight-Month-Old Baby Tests Positive


An eight-month-old baby has been diagnosed with human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in Bengaluru, marking the city’s first reported case of the virus.
The case was identified at Baptist Hospital through private testing, and the Karnataka health department has acknowledged the report while clarifying that they have not conducted independent tests in state labs.
Key Details of the Case
The HMPV virus was confirmed in the infant by a private hospital. A health department official stated, “We have no reason to doubt the private hospital’s test results.”
HMPV primarily affects children under the age of 11, with around 0.7% of all flu samples worldwide being linked to this virus.
Strain Details Yet to Be Determined
The health department has not yet identified the specific strain of the virus detected in this case. Officials noted that limited data on HMPV strains, particularly from regions like China, poses challenges in strain identification.
About HMPV
HMPV, or human metapneumovirus, is a respiratory virus known to cause symptoms ranging from mild cold-like effects to severe respiratory distress, particularly in young children, older adults, and immunocompromised individuals.
While cases are relatively rare, the virus can spread through respiratory droplets, similar to other flu viruses.
The Karnataka health department has urged vigilance while emphasizing that there is no immediate cause for alarm. Further investigations and surveillance are expected to monitor the virus and its potential spread in the region.
चीन का एक और वायरस भारत पहुँच गया है। HMPV का पहला केस बैंगलुरु में आया है जिसमें एक 8 महीने की बच्ची में ये वायरस मिला है। बच्ची की कोई भी ट्रैवल हिस्ट्री नहीं है। pic.twitter.com/O9Bz4RZQ3h
— Jitender Sharma (@capt_ivane) January 6, 2025
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