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Viruses are very minute microbes responsible for causing a myriad major as well as minor ailments and health problems like fevers, influenza, polio, vomiting, measles, smallpox, HPV, AIDS etc.
Unlike other germs, viruses are not living creatures; they require a host cell to survive and replicate, killing them in the process. A cell under viral attack begins replicating the virus until it explodes to enter the stage of lysis.
Common health conditions caused by viruses and their cure
Influenza: The common cold and flu is caused by a very fast mutating virus. It could be countered by talking an annual immunization vaccine and leading a stress free life. If you have got flu, drink lots of water, take ample rest and prescription antiviral medication.
Common cold: Also known as viral nasopharyngitis, common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory system. Taking lots of electrolytes in fluids, along with Vitamin C, zinc gluconate and Echinacea as supplements help cure common cold fast.
Chicken pox: It is caused by the varicella zoster virus that becomes active in a weak immunity and under high stress. The same virus causes shingles in adults, which is more long lasting than pox. However, it could be prevented by taking the pox post-vaccine and cured fast if you take adequate water and rest.
Mononucleosis: This viral infection is caused by either Epstein-Barr virus or cytomegalovirus and spreads through the saliva through activities like coughing, sneezing or kissing. It needs to be treated by administering non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
Ways to fight viral infections
The secretion of interferons from your immune system is the best guard against an infestation of viruses. However, when it falls weak and more and more cells start dying, you need antibiotics to boost up your body’s fighting mechanism. These anti-viral agents work towards inhibiting the multiplication of viruses within your body.
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