The monsoon season is at its peak and brings with it relief from the scorching heat. However, the season also brings with it many diseases that can prove dangerous if not treated on time. The monsoon season is critical and one needs to take extra care to stay safe during the rainy season.
List of monsoon diseases
The following are the monsoon diseases:
Dengue
Dengue is a viral disease transmitted through the bite of the Aedes mosquito that breeds in stagnant water. Symptoms of the disease include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash and bleeding.
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is another mosquito-borne viral disease characterized by high fever, muscle pain, severe joint pain, headache, and fatigue. The joint pain is debilitating and lasts for weeks.
Malaria
The Plasmodium parasite causes malaria and is transmitted through the bite of an infected Anopheles mosquito. Symptoms include high fever, chills, sweating, headache, nausea and vomiting.
Typhoid
The bacterial infection is transmitted through food and water and its symptoms include prolonged fever, weakness, abdominal pain, headache and loss of appetite. Occasionally, the disease can become serious and cause intestinal bleeding.
Viral fever
Viral fever can be caused by a variety of viruses. Symptoms include high fever, body aches, muscle pain, headache, and sometimes even a rash. These infections usually resolve on their own and can be uncomfortable.
Cold and flu
Cold and flu are very common illnesses during the rainy season. Symptoms of cold and flu include a runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, body aches, headache, and fever.
Stomach flu
Viral gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection characterized by watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, and sometimes fever. It is transmitted through contaminated food or water.
How to prevent diseases?
Here are the prevention techniques:
Maintain personal hygiene
It is important to maintain personal hygiene during the rainy season to prevent illnesses such as flu, colds and respiratory infections. It is important to wash your hands often with soap and water and more frequently, especially after coming into contact with rainwater. Do not touch your face with dirty hands.
Drink clean and safe water
It is important to drink pure or boiled water. If you rely on tap water, use purifiers to help prevent monsoon illnesses. Avoid drinking water from unreliable sources such as street vendors.
Eat fresh, home-cooked food
During the rainy season, food can spoil due to high humidity levels. To prevent foodborne illnesses such as diarrhea and food poisoning, eat fresh, well-cooked food. Do not eat vegetables and fruits without washing them properly.
Use mosquito repellents
The rainy season is an invitation to the spread of various mosquito-borne diseases, such as dengue, malaria and chikungunya. It is advisable not to collect water in pots and buckets, and to keep them clean to prevent mosquito breeding.
Protect yourself from the rain
Avoid getting wet when it rains, as it can lead to infections and illnesses such as the common cold, flu, and fungal infections. It is important to protect yourself if you get wet, so change your clothes immediately to prevent fungal infections.
Boost your immunity
A strong immune system is vital to fight off rainy season illnesses, so it is important to include immune-boosting foods such as vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables in your diet. Staying hydrated and getting enough sleep is essential to contribute to a healthy immune system.
First published: September 13, 2024 | 17:52 IS
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