Rainy Day's Deadly Diseases And It's Symptoms

Malaria

One of the most common monsoon diseases, Malaria, is caused by certain species of mosquitoes breeding in dirty, stagnant water.

Symptoms

*High fever
*Body ache
*Moderate to severe chills
*Fall in body temperature resulting in excessive sweating
*Headaches
*Nausea
*Vomiting
*Diarrhoea

Potential complications

If untreated, it can lead to jaundice, severe anaemia, even liver and kidney failure.

Typhoid

Typhoid is yet another waterborne bacterial infection carried by a bacteria called Salmonella. It is caused by contaminated food or drinking water contaminated by the faeces of an infected person.

Symptoms

*Prolonged high fever, often as high as 103 or 104 F (39.4 or 40 0C)
*Weakness and fatigue
*Sore throat
*Diarrhoea or constipation
*Severe abdominal pain
*Headaches
*Rash
*Vomiting

Prevention

*Ensure clean drinking water
*Better sanitation
*Consistent and improved handwashing
*Avoiding drinking un-treated water
*Avoiding uncooked and raw food – opt for cooked food

Hepatitis A

This is a very contagious liver infection caused by the Hepatitis A virus. 

Symptoms

*Jaundice (yellow eyes and skin, dark urine)
*Stomach ache
*Loss of appetite
*Nausea
*Fever
*Diarrhoea
*Fatigue

Dengue Fever

Dengue is caused by a family of viruses that are transmitted by mosquitoes. It is spread by the tiger mosquito which has black and white stripes and typically bites early in the morning or during the day. Blood tests are always done for a positive diagnosis of Dengue fever as the virus causes blood platelets to drop to dangerous levels.

Symptoms

*Severe joint and muscle pain

*Swollen lymph nodes

*Headache

*Fever

*Tiredness and fatigue

*Rash

Potential complication

One of the complications is Dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF). It is a specific condition that tends to affect children under 10 years. This syndrome causes abdominal pain, haemorrhage (bleeding), and circulatory collapse (shock).

Prevention

You should apply a strong insect repellent containing DEET, to prevent getting bitten when out and about

Wear full sleeve clothing outdoors, during the day.