In light of the changes that the world has experienced, since the emergence of the Corona virus "Covid-19" and its spread among all countries, it seemed that its economic, social and health repercussions were very great.

And the matter did not stop there, but recently other viruses have appeared, according to the German T Online website.

Tomato influenza appeared and spread in some Indian regions;

It is a highly contagious virus that infects children, according to a report in Deutsche Welle.

According to the German Spiegel website, the authorities in India have reported 82 cases of so-called tomato flu (or tomato fever) so far.

And researchers from India and Australia spoke for the first time last week in the journal "The Lancet Respiratory Medicine" about the results recorded about this virus.

So what do we know so far about this epidemic?

What is tomato flu?

The virus first appeared on May 6, 2022 in the southwestern Indian state of Kerala.

It is most often affected by children between the ages of 1 and 5 years, and adults with weakened immune systems.

The name comes from the symptoms of the disease, as infected people show a red rash, blisters, irritation and dry skin.

These are all painful symptoms all over the body, and they can become significant as well.

Experts are trying to find out whether it is really a new virus or whether the disease is the result of infection with chikungunya virus or dengue fever.

Both viral diseases are transmitted by mosquitoes.

What are the symptoms of people with tomato flu?

The disease is highly contagious, and in addition to the rash and irritation, people with tomato flu have a high fever, fatigue, joint pain and swelling, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, cough, and a runny nose.

How we can diagnose the disease?

Indian authorities are currently pursuing a precautionary principle, in which affected people are tested for certain viruses, such as dengue fever, chikungunya, Zika, chickenpox, and herpes.

For anyone who has not been infected with these viruses, his infection with tomato flu is considered confirmed.

How is the disease transmitted?

The prerequisite for the transmission of this virus appears to be physical contact.

But contaminated objects can also lead to infection, especially if children put such objects in their mouths.

Tomato flu is also very contagious.

Researchers have warned that the disease could have very serious consequences for adults if outbreaks in children are not controlled.

Patients should be isolated for 5 to 7 days after the onset of symptoms and not share food, items, clothing, etc. with other family members.

Indian health authorities have already closed day care centers in the affected areas as a precaution, and awareness campaigns are now being conducted in villages.

How is the disease treated?

This disease is cured without curative measures.

Only patients should be isolated, provide comfort and increase fluid intake so that they do not become dehydrated.

Researchers also recommend symptomatic treatment, such as taking paracetamol for fever.

While there are currently no specific vaccines or drugs to treat it.

Are we on the verge of a new pandemic?

Scientists confirm that tomato flu has nothing to do with the Covid-19 virus, even if some of the symptoms are similar.

They also point out that the risk of another pandemic is quite low.

The infection of this virus is linked to a specific group and region, but the most important thing is that this virus does not pose any threat to life.