Pneumonia due to Human metapneumovirus
Pneumonia due to Human metapneumovirus clinical and global spread profile: 1 countries, 1 WHO outbreak events since 2025.
Pneumonia due to Human metapneumovirus · ICD-10 J123 · ICD-11 12CA4013 · 1 WHO event across 1 country (2025–2025).
Top affected countries
| Country | Region | Events | % of global |
|---|---|---|---|
| China | WPR | 1 | 100% |
Clinical description
Pneumonia is an infection in one or both lungs. Bacteria, viruses, and fungi cause it. The infection causes inflammation in the air sacs in your lungs, which are called alveoli. The alveoli fill with fluid or pus, making it difficult to breathe.
Symptoms (severity 1–7)
| Symptom | Severity |
|---|---|
| Malaise | 6 |
| Phlegm | 5 |
| Breathlessness | 4 |
| Cough | 4 |
| Fatigue | 4 |
| Chills | 3 |
| Sweating | 3 |
| Chest pain | — |
| Fast heart rate | — |
| High fever | — |
| Rusty sputum | — |
Recommended precautions
- Consult doctor
- Medication
- Rest
- Follow up
WHO case definition
A disease of the pulmonary system, caused by an infection with Human metapneumovirus. This disease is characterised by fever, myalgia, rhinorrhoea, dyspnoea, tachypnoea, or wheezing. This disease also presents with symptoms of pneumonia. Transmission is by direct or indirect contact, inhalation of infected respiratory sections, or through fomites. Confirmation is by identification of Human metapneumovirus in a nasopharyngeal, nose, or throat swab or blood sample.
Countries Affected
1
Outbreak Events
1
Year Range
2025–2025
ICD-10 J123
Pneumonia due to Human metapneumovirus
Visualization
Global Prevalence Snapshot
Based on WHO Disease Outbreak News events (2025–2025).
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