Monsoon Disease
Common problem during monsoons and some health tips
The monsoon season offers much-needed relief from the sizzling summer heat. But it could affect your health. The combination of humid climate, heavy rains, and strong winds easily spread infectious diseases. Viral fever, stomach infections, colds and swine flu are some of the common health problems during the rainy season. Keep reading to know more about some of the well-known problems in the monsoons.
Dengue
A deadly disease that affects a lot of people in monsoon, dengue is caused by Aedes aegypti mosquito. Some of the common symptoms of dengue include high fever, rashes, headache, hypersensitivity and low platelet count. Make sure you remove any stagnant water from your home and keep the surroundings clean to avoid dengue.
Typhoid
Contaminated food and water are the main reasons for typhoid. The infection is caused by Salmonella typhi bacteria, which breed in dirty water and unhygienic conditions. This is the reason why it is recommended to stay away from outside food, especially during monsoon. Make sure you have a water purifier at home to remove different types of contaminants from water.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is caused by consumption of contaminated food and water. Hepatitis A affects the liver, which is why it can turn out to be life-threatening. Make sure the fruits and vegetables that you eat are properly washed to avoid Hepatitis.
Viral Fever
Viral fever is quite common, especially when there is a sudden climate change. Characterized by chills, fever and body ache. Viral fever is contagious and spreads through physical contact or droplets in the air. The infection lasts for 3-7 days.
Fungal Infection
During the monsoon season, people are more susceptible to fungal infections when you come in contact with dirty rain water, dehydration, photo toxic effect of sun and even humidity.
Eye Infection
Viral infections spread mostly during this season and it is due to the increased moisture in the air. If not taken care properly, you can face eye pain and discomfort and infections like conjunctivitis and dry eye.
Cholera
Cholera is a deadly disease that spread during the rainy season. It is caused if consumed contaminated food and water. It normally spreads in the places with poor sanitization facilities.
Precautions to be taken During Monsoon Rainy Season
Drink Clean Water
Avoid Outside Food
Keep your Home Clean
Follow a healthy diet
Wear good quality footwear
Don’t forget to take your homeopathic preventive dose.
Dr. Ruchita Mehta
Consultant Homeopath,
Certified Nutritionist,
Certified Diabetes Educator,
Kaizen Health Clinic,
Mo:- 9979879840