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[Regnum] Biologists from China have discovered a new virus, POH-VAU, in shrimp and fish that can be transmitted to humans and cause a rare eye disease. The study's results were published in the journal Nature Microbiology.
Infection occurs through consumption of raw seafood. Over 70% of infected patients experience persistent ocular hypertension—inflammation and increased intraocular pressure. In some cases, this can lead to irreversible vision loss.
The authors of the study emphasize that such viruses were previously thought to be dangerous only to marine life and incapable of infecting human tissue. New data refute this belief, demonstrating the blurred boundaries of interspecies pathogen transmission.
According to Greek City Times, there is currently no cure for POH-VAU. Doctors limit themselves to symptomatic treatment, including anti-inflammatory medications and methods to reduce intraocular pressure.
| Lesson: Don’t eat raw fish or shellfish from China. |
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