a spike in Respiratory infections hit Turkish, Dr. Ismail Balak, head of Section of Infectious Diseases at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine, noted Saturday, adding that a sharp increase is typical during the transition from winter to spring — not a new pandemic.
to talk with There is always an increase, said Balik, correspondent for the Anadolu Agency (AA). in viral infections that cause Diseases of the upper respiratory tract in spring months when weather It can switch suddenly between hot and cold temperatures.
“There was a huge increase in Recent respiratory infections but this is not an epidemic. We have this during the period of (weather) transition for several years in Balek emphasized our country.
the doctor also He pointed out that these infections were not prevalent during the pandemic due to their spread face mask use. Explain that stop of epidemic measures last yearsum with the fact that immune system He may have forgotten about the viruses in the two years.year period, led to a rapid increase in viral infections.
“Currently, the most common infections we see are influenza (influenza), respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), rhinovirus, adenovirus and COVID-19. There has been an increase of about 20% in Outpatient applications in Our hospital recently.
However, the best way for individuals to protect themselves from injury distance themselves from anyone who Balik suggested he was ill or showing symptoms.
Pointing out That symptoms or prolonged illness may cause Concerned, Balik confirmed that this species of The infection is overcome much slower people with underlying diseases and smokers or those who lead Unhealthy lifestyle.
Likewise, some respiratory infections can cause Balek noted the symptoms, which linger for For example, RSV cause long-term cough.
Touching the coronavirus, is it also Explain this test for COVID-19 infections have decreased due to many people Do not go in for the exams. However, we do have medication for this disease. If it happens and the person gets tested, it spreads of The infection can be treated. In this wayespecially long-term symptoms can be prevented,” Balick added.
Balik also noted that complications such as sinusitis and bronchitis due to respiratory infections can develop, leading to long-term symptoms. advised people with These symptoms to visit a doctor again So that treatment can be rearranged accordingly.
However, the doctor indicated out In general a decrease in Respiratory infections are expected to begin in mid may.
