CURRENT AFFAIRS

2020

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following institutes has observed COVID Toe as clinical pattern of the COVID-19 cases?
A
The British Journal of Dermatology
B
The International Institute for General Systems Studies
C
The European Molecular Biology Laboratory
D
The Indian Institute of Science
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -COVID toes: One or more toes may swell and turn pink, red, or a purplish color. Others may see a small amount of pus under their skin. Sometimes, people who have COVID toes have other symptoms of COVID-19. Treatment for COVID toes: To reduce pain or itching, apply a hydrocortisone cream to the affected area.

Detailed explanation-2: -COVID toes can develop in the early stages of COVID-19 infection but have also been observed in patients who are days or weeks removed from the acute phase of infection. As a general rule, people with purple toes or fingers should undergo COVID-19 testing to determine their infection status with greater accuracy.

Detailed explanation-3: -We present here the first case of COVID-19 infection reported in Kerala, India. On January 27, 2020, a 20 yr old female presented to the Emergency Department in General Hospital, Thrissur, Kerala, with a one-day history of dry cough and sore throat. There was no history of fever, rhinitis or shortness of breath.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fever: Coronavirus and flu both cause fever, but it’s rare for the common cold. COVID-19 patients usually have a fever of 100 F or higher, while flu sufferers often experience fever of 100F to 102F that lasts three to four days. Headache: COVID-19 patients sometimes have headaches.

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