Japanese Fever: The havoc of deadly Japanese fever is being seen once again. In many districts of Madhya Pradesh, even mega campaigns of vaccination are being run regarding this. In such a situation, health experts are advising to take special care regarding the health of children aged between 1 to 15 years. The Health Department is being appealed not to be careless and be careful. In such a situation, if you have children of this age in your house, then take special care of them. Know here what Japanese fever is and what should be done to avoid it…
Japanese fever is a dangerous disease.
Japanese encephalitis is also called Japanese fever. This is a fatal disease, which spreads through mosquito bites. These mosquitoes are usually flavivirus infected. Japanese fever is not contagious, which means it does not spread from one person to another. Information about this fever appears 5 to 15 days after the mosquito bite. Vaccines are given to children to protect them from this. This disease is considered dangerous because if it becomes severe, there is a risk of paralysis or coma like condition.
What are the symptoms of Japanese fever?
Risk of headaches or swelling of brain tissue or neurological problems
high fever
Headache
Stiff Throat
Kapkapi
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What is the treatment for Japanese fever?
After contracting Japanese fever, the patient is admitted to the hospital, where he is treated. He is given an oxygen mask because sometimes he has trouble breathing. Vaccine is given when the condition is serious.
What to do to avoid Japanese fever
Do not let the cleanliness around the house decrease.
Keep your body covered when the weather changes or it rains.
Be sure to use a mosquito net while sleeping.
Children aged between 1 to 15 years must get vaccinated.
Disclaimer: Before implementing the method, methods and suggestions mentioned in this article, please consult a doctor or related expert.
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