This is our weekly summary of the diseases that are spreading the most in metro Detroit communities, according to our local doctors and hospitals.
Local doctors share their notes on What’s Going Around:
Wayne County:
Dr. Jaime Hope — Medical Director, Beaumont Outpatient Campus – Livonia
“We are seeing the number of RSV cases decrease in children, but increase slightly in adults. And we are also seeing cases of flu. It’s still not too late to get a flu shot! We are also seeing an increase in abdominal pain, which may be due to stomach viruses. But we’re also seeing abdominal pain in children that can be attributed to poor diet or stress. When abdominal pain is severe, children should definitely be seen by a doctor to rule out things like appendicitis. But when it’s due to poor diet or stress, our advice tends to be to increase fiber (fruits and vegetables in the diet) and reduce or address stressors.”
Oakland County:
Dr. Rena Daiza — Primary Care Physician, Henry Ford Medical Center West Bloomfield Twp.
“It’s viral season! This week I have a bunch of patients with adenovirus that have turned into bronchitis. A reminder for sick people: stay home and maintain good hygiene.”
Sarah Rauner — Pediatric Nurse Manager, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital
“We are still seeing RSV and several other upper respiratory virals. We have also seen an increase in influenza infections. Some vomiting and diarrhea, leading to dehydration and belly pain. For those experiencing the flu, here are some tips: drink plenty of fluids; take Tylenol and Motrin; steam showers can help when there is no fever; as well as a balance of rest and slow active movement. Please be sure to stay home when you are sick, wash your hands, and get your flu shot. Don’t force holiday features when you’re feeling sick – spread cheer, not sickness! Lastly, as we get closer to the holidays, we will continue to see an increase in mental health issues.”
Washtenaw County:
Asha Shajahan, Family Medicine Physician in Roseville — Director of Community Health, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital
“Seeing a lot of new onsets of high blood pressure this week. Also, significant depression and anxiety, which may be related to the holidays. Especially common at this time of year. Upper respiratory tract viruses are also still circulating, although not the flu or COVID. I always encourage people to try to increase their physical activity by getting outside, even when temperatures tend to drop, just to walk, even around the block a few times. It does a lot for many of these common problems: it helps control blood pressure, improves anxiety, depression and fitness, and promotes a general sense of well-being.”
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