A few days ago, “flurone” began to be discussed, which is the simultaneous infection by coronavirus and by the influenza virus in the same patient
What does fluorone mean?
Flurone, the simultaneous infection of Covid-19 and flu, comes from the term flu, flu in English and rone, coronavirus infection. Although it is not a scientific name, it is already circulating throughout the world and already allows this peculiar picture to be clearly identified.
What happens if I get the flu and Covid-19 at the same time?
The simultaneous infection of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza, popularly called flurone, does not have serious effects and, in general, there are no complications in people. This is explained by the microbiologist of the University Hospital of A Coruña and spokesperson for the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC), María del Mar Tomás.
In what cases can flurone be complicated?
Flurone can be complicated by coinfection in people who are not vaccinated against either of the two viruses, influenza and SARS-CoV-2. “Unvaccinated people should be alert,” said Spanish microbiologist María del Mar Tomás. However, he indicated that the contagion rate is not high at the moment.
Is a co-infection of Covid-19 common?
Yes, co-infections are common because the two viruses are in the environment and can join. In addition, the spokeswoman for the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC), María del Mar Tomás, indicates that there are already cases of pediatric covid co-infected with other respiratory syncytial viruses.
How can I detect if I have Covid-19 and the flu at the same time?
To detect if a patient has flurone, it is necessary to perform a differentiated antigenic or molecular test.
How is it possible to protect yourself from flurone ?
To limit the risk of contracting flurone, specialists recommend the flu and Covid-19 vaccine. Although the risk of contagion is always latent, with immunizations the risk of contracting a serious disease is mitigated.
In which countries have flurone cases been reported?
Flurone cases were first reported in the United States at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic. Israel detected its first case in the last days of 2021 and in Spain, specifically in Catalonia, this disease was also identified.
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