What is Scrub Typhus, how to prevent it? <\/p>\n
Kathmandu. When any disease spreads, it is very difficult to control it. Once the infection is transmitted from one person to another, it takes time to control. Scrub typhus infection has spread from one municipality to another in Salyan to seven municipalities. <\/p>\n
Infectious disease and infectious disease specialist Dr. Sher Bahadur Pun said that after the spread of such an infection, it is necessary to find a way to stay safe. He said, “At this time, the main thing is to wear clothes that cover the body properly. This is also the reason why the infection is more seen in the village due to grass and firewood. But this does not mean that it does not happen in the city. It is advisable to find ways to avoid it.<\/p>\n
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The health and public health agencies have intensified surveillance and treatment after the number of scrub typhus patients increased in Salyan in recent times. Health workers have been mobilized to control the infection and a team of experts from the Department of Health Services has also been sent to Salyan. <\/p>\n
According to Bandana Kumari KC, Chief District Officer of the District Administration Office, Salyan, the rate of scrub typhus infection is decreasing in the latest data. According to her, around 480 people have been confirmed infected till yesterday. Chief District Officer KC said that the number of cases is decreasing and health workers have been mobilized in adequate numbers. He said that there is no need to panic now as the supply of medicines is also easy. She said, “Looking at the situation so far, the number of infections is declining. According to the data till yesterday, only about 480 people have been confirmed infected. According to our health team, the infection rate is decreasing and it is expected to be completely under control in the next one week.” “<\/p>\n
A team of experts from the Department of Health Services has reached Nepalgunj to specifically address this issue. The team will conduct an on-site study on the status of infection, treatment and control measures. The team will reach Darma Rural Municipality by 12 noon tomorrow. According to Dr.<\/p>\n
Pun, an infectious disease and infectious disease specialist, scrub typhus is an infection caused by a bacterium called Orientia susugamusii. This bacterium is transmitted to humans through the bite of a type of tick called ‘chigger mite’. <\/p>\n
Dr. According to Dr. Pun, although scrub typhus has been seen in Nepal since the past, its infection started to be seen significantly after the earthquake of 2072 BS. He said that its infection has been seen more in recent times, especially during the rainy season. <\/p>\n
It is a matter of concern that many people have been infected and some deaths have been reported in Salyan in a short span of time. Dr. Pun said. <\/p>\n
According to him, the symptoms of scrub typhus may start appearing about 20 days after being infected. Symptoms such as fever, red eyes, and difficulty in breathing may be seen. In addition, the appearance of ‘scar’ or black scab-like lesions on the body can be an important sign of scrub typhus. Dr. Pun said. He said that if such black scabs are seen in the body along with fever, there is a possibility of scrub typhus, but tests are necessary to confirm the infection. If not treated on time, the infection can become complicated and pneumonia can affect various parts of the body and even ‘multi-organ failure’. Dr. Pun said. <\/p>\n
can be cured if treated on time<\/p>\n
Dr. According to Dr. Pun, the treatment of scrub typhus is generally easy. He said that if the infection is identified on time and the necessary course of antibiotics is completed, the patient can recover completely. <\/p>\n
He stressed on the need to increase the use of RDT kits and other tests to identify the infected soon. He said that complications can be prevented if treatment can be started on time on the basis of symptoms. <\/p>\n
How to avoid it? <\/p>\n
Environmental and personal precautions are important to avoid scrub typhus. Dr. Pun said. According to him, chigger mite is found more in the environment related to rats, so the situation of rodents should not be allowed to come in and around the house. He also said that people working in the fields should wear clothes that cover their bodies as chigger mite is found in tall shrubs and grasslands. <\/p>\n
Dr. Pun said, “The main thing is to wear clothes that cover the body properly. This is also the reason why the infection is more seen in the village due to the use of grass and firewood. But that doesn’t mean it won’t happen in the city ,” he said. According to him, the government needs to spread awareness about scrub typhus and disseminate information on time. He said that if the symptoms of infection are seen, the current infection can be controlled quickly if it can be tested and treated in health institutions without delay. <\/p>\n
Although the district administration claims that the rate of infection is decreasing in Salyan, health experts have said that timely testing and treatment of symptomatic people and further monitoring of the source of infection is necessary. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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