5 most popular diseases in the rainy season
The rainy season is the season where many diseases occur. due to changing weather and humidity This makes it easy for some viruses and bacteria to grow. until causing disease The diseases that often occur frequently are as follows:
1. Diseases caused by mosquitoes There are many types such as dengue fever, joint pain from Aedes, Zika fever, malaria, etc., each disease has different symptoms. especially dengue that often spread heavily in the rainy season due to waterlogging caused by rain It is a good breeding ground for mosquitoes. These diseases can be prevented by vaccination. including eliminating mosquito breeding sites and avoid being bitten by mosquitoes
2. Gastrointestinal infections The main cause is from eating food and unclean water. Sometimes it is due to food poisoning itself due to long storage. or is contaminated with germs such as amoeba, causing congenital dysentery Or it might be bacteria. Cause dysentery (Chigella). There is also another type that is very common is typhoid fever (typhoid), which is another bacterial infection. But it can be prevented by eating hot food, cooked food, clean, including washing your hands thoroughly before eating.
3. Conjunctivitis is another group that is common during the rainy season. It can be caused by a variety of viruses. It is most common in children, but in adults who are in close contact with children or the elderly. There is a chance of this disease as well. Often transmitted by touch, so the prevention method is try not to touch your eyes Or should wash your hands thoroughly before touching your eyes. and if you have symptoms, you should see a doctor You should not buy eye drops yourself.
4. Respiratory infections besides the rainy season Respiratory diseases can also be found in the winter, whether it is the flu or the common cold. because of the humid or cold weather will cause the infection to spread and spread more than usual The symptoms of people with influenza include body aches, headache, runny nose, sore throat, high fever, while the common cold. Often have a stuffy nose, cough, sneeze, and a mild fever. The way to prevent it This can be done by washing your hands often, wearing a mask. including social distancing
5. Leptospirosis. Due to the rainy season, there are often waterlogged, causing Leptospirosis in the urine of mice. and rodents contaminated with flooding. If it gets into wounds, scratches, nails, or the lining of the mouth, eyes, nose, it can cause disease. cause pain Especially around the calves, arms, yellow eyes, jaundice, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, if left for a long time, may die. The way to prevent it Avoid contact with water or areas that may be contaminated with animal urine. If there are wounds on the body, do not go into the water, but if necessary, wear boots.
Although these diseases can be treated But you should protect and take good care of your own health. and if you feel that something is wrong It is best to see a doctor for a thorough examination of the symptoms.
Dr. Rapeepan Rattanawongnara Mord, MD.
Department of Infectious Diseases Department of Internal Medicine
Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University
