8 hours agoAuthor: Gaurav Tiwari
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country-world When India entered the year 2024, there were many questions in people’s minds. People were scared and frightened by the devastation caused by Covid in the last few years. This fear kept resurfacing throughout the year whenever the name of any new disease surfaced.
This year the world faced many new diseases. Most of these diseases were fatal, but they were not so contagious that the situation could get out of control. Among these diseases, Chandipura virus, Nipah virus and brain eating amoeba also scared the people of India a lot.
After a deadly epidemic like Corona, people have become more aware and alert than before. Health departments and governments also show more alertness than before. This is the reason why these deadly diseases have not been able to cause much harm to people. Although these diseases have not been eradicated yet, they can strike again at any time. Therefore, it is important that we understand their symptoms and prevention well.
so today ‘medical certificate‘I will talk about 6 deadly diseases spread in India in the year 2024. You will also learn that-
- What are the symptoms of these diseases?
- What are the measures to prevent these?
Enter the new year with awareness
In the story, we will talk one by one about the symptoms and prevention of all the 6 deadly diseases that have emerged in the year 2023, so that when we enter the new year, we become familiar with these diseases and can protect ourselves from them. Know the trick.
4 deadly diseases spread by viruses
Out of these 6 deadly diseases, 4 were spread due to viruses. The most popular disease among these was Chandipura virus.
Chandipura virus
Chandipura virus usually affects children between 9 months to 14 years. Its infection causes high fever and swelling of the brain. This disease spreads through sand flies, ticks or mosquitoes. There is no exact treatment or vaccine available yet.
What are the symptoms of Chandipura virus?
High fever, vomiting, diarrhea and headache are the initial symptoms of Chandipura virus. Its infection can also cause encephalitis. This means that due to infection the brain tissues start getting swollen or irritated. See all its symptoms in the graphic:
These are the ways to avoid Chandipura virus
- Maintain hygiene.
- Keep distance from wild animals.
- Use insect repellent.
- Sleep with a mosquito net.
- Wear full sleeve clothes.
- Keep immunity strong.
nipah virus
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Nipah is a zoonotic virus. It spreads in both animals and humans.
What are the symptoms of Nipah virus?
Its symptoms start appearing within 4 to 14 days of infection. First of all there is fever and headache. After this, respiratory problems like cough and difficulty in breathing may occur.
In severe cases a person may suffer from brain infection. Due to this, symptoms of swelling in the head i.e. encephalitis may emerge.
These are the measures to prevent Nipah virus
- Wash your hands frequently with soap.
- Avoid contact with infected pigs or bats.
- Cleanliness of pig farms is very important.
- Avoid trees or bushes where bats live.
- Avoid contact with infected person.
- Do not travel to places where there are cases of Nipah virus.
monkeypox
Monkeypox is a disease caused by a virus, like smallpox. It is also called M pox. Rashes and flu like symptoms appear in this.
What are the symptoms of monkeypox?
The earliest symptom of monkeypox is fever. The skin rash starts appearing about 1 to 4 days after the onset of fever. Its symptoms usually start appearing 3 to 17 days after exposure. Monkeypox symptoms usually last for 2 to 4 weeks.
These are the ways to prevent monkeypox
- Avoid contact with infected animals.
- Avoid contact with bedding and other items contaminated with the virus.
- Cook the meat thoroughly so that there is no risk of infection.
- Keep washing your hands frequently with soap and water.
- Avoid contact with all people who are suspected to be infected.
- Make sure to use protection while having sex.
Oropouche
It is a viral infection, which is spread by midge or mosquito bites. Midge is a type of small insect, which does not belong to the fly or mosquito species.
What are the symptoms of Oropoch virus?
Due to infection with this virus, people may have problems like headache, muscle pain, stiffness in joints and sensitivity to light. Apart from this, problems like flu like fever along with shivering, nausea and vomiting can also occur. What kind of symptoms usually occur due to Oropoch virus, see the graphic:
These are the measures to prevent Oropoch virus
- For this you can use any insect repellent at home.
- Wear full-sleeved clothes where there is a high probability of insects.
- Wear long pants, full-sleeved shirts and socks.
- Keep the windows and doors of the house closed, so that mosquitoes do not enter the house.
- If Orpoch virus infection is spreading then sleep with a mosquito net at night.
amoeba
This year several cases of brain eating amoeba were reported in South India. Due to this, many people lost their lives and people became afraid of taking bath in ponds and waterfalls.
brain eating amoeba
There is an amoeba named Naegleria fowleri. This is called brain eating amoeba. It spreads when infected water enters the nose. From there this amoeba enters the brain and makes the brain cells completely dead. People infected with this die in 97% of the cases.
What are the symptoms of brain eating amoeba?
Its initial symptoms are not very direct and obvious. Initially there is headache and fever. Over time, symptoms such as vomiting, fainting and seizures may appear. See the graphic:
Take these measures to avoid brain eating amoeba
- Do not go into water sports or swim without a noseplug.
- Chlorine tablets can be used to disinfect water.
- Use only distilled or sterilized water to clean your nose.
bacteria
Cases of flesh eating bacteria scared the whole world.
STSS i.e. Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome
This is a rare health condition caused by the toxin-producing bacterial group streptococcal. This bacteria starts eating our flesh and very soon damages the body organs.
What are the symptoms of flesh eating bacteria?
There are many types of toxic shock syndrome. Symptoms may change when the bacteria in it change. Streptococcal is also a bacterial group. What kind of symptoms are seen due to infection, see the graphic below:
These are the ways to avoid streptococcal toxic shock syndrome
- Use sanitary pads instead of tampons during periods.
- If you need a tampon during the day, use pads at night while sleeping.
- If you are using a tampon, clean it every 4 to 8 hours.
- If there is any cut or injury on the body, get it treated immediately.
- Keep washing hands frequently and maintain hygiene.
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