What is the appropriate treatment for HFRS caused by Seoul virus in humans?

• A. Antibiotics
• B. Antivirals
• C. Symptomatic/Supportive
• D. Surgical intervention

Answer: (C)

Treat HFRS from Seoul virus with symptomatic and supportive care because there is no proven specific antiviral therapy for this virus. Viral infections like hantaviruses are not treated with antibiotics, and there isn’t a standard antiviral proven to cure Seoul virus infection, so the focus is on keeping the patient stable. This means maintaining proper fluids and electrolytes, carefully managing fluids to avoid overload during the kidney-related phases, monitoring and supporting renal function (dialysis if needed), controlling blood pressure, and providing analgesia or fever relief as symptoms require. Monitor for bleeding and other complications, and address them if they arise. Surgical intervention isn’t indicated for this condition.