Tropical Diseases and Prevention Methods in Summer
With the arrival of summer months, increasing temperatures increase the risk of tropical diseases spreading in many regions. In particular, in places with microclimate effects such as Manisa, the probability of such diseases is even higher. Manisa Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine faculty members make important warnings on this issue.
Leishmania Parasite and Threats
Especially Burning flies Small flies, known as Leishmania, pose a threat to human health by carrying a parasite called Leishmania. This parasite can harm humans in two different forms: one skin type (popularly known as 'Oriental boil'), the other is systemic formstop. The systemic form can progress to the liver and spleen and lead to fatal consequences.
Leishmania Disease Worldwide
It is estimated that approximately 2,5 million people worldwide become ill with Leishmania each year. Approximately XNUMX million people die from this disease each year. 60 thousand people are losing their lives. These figures reveal the seriousness of the disease and the speed at which it spreads.
Climate Change and the Spread of Diseases
Global warming and climate change facilitate the spread of Yakarca flies. While warm weather allows these flies to multiply rapidly, the risk is further increased by animals such as dogs, mice and rats carrying the parasite in nature. Therefore, it is extremely important to be careful and take precautions in the summer months.
MCBU Faculty of Medicine Parasitology Laboratory
MCBU Faculty of Medicine Parasitology Laboratory is one of the rare centers that can diagnose all five different Leishmania species seen in the world. This diagnostic opportunity enables accurate diagnosis and rapid treatment processes. Early diagnosis plays a critical role in controlling the disease.
Wound Symptoms and Risk Groups
The most obvious symptom of Leishmania disease is the sores that usually appear after a month and do not heal for months. These sores, 6 months to 1 years It improves between . Especially in children, serious symptoms such as weight loss, liver and spleen enlargement can be seen. This situation puts children at greater risk.
Prevention Methods
Important measures that citizens can take to protect themselves from such diseases are as follows:
- Use of mosquito net: Mosquito nets prevent the spread of diseases by reducing the contact of flies with people.
- Disinfestation of dumps: Controlling the breeding areas of flies helps reduce their populations.
- Closing of open spaces: It is important to cover open areas to prevent flies from entering.
- Preferring long clothes: By covering the body, mosquito bites can be prevented.
Consult a Physician When Symptoms Are Observed
In the summer months, if boil-like sores appear on the body, if these symptoms are also seen in other people around, a doctor should definitely be consulted. Early intervention is a very critical step in preventing the spread of the disease.
Deltamethrin Collar Recommendation for Pets
Pet dogs play an important role in the spread of the disease. Therefore, for the protection of pets, deltamethrin It is recommended to use collars that contain flies. These collars help protect both animals and people by keeping flies away.
Ministry of Health Follows the Treatment Process
Cases diagnosed with Leishmania disease, Sağlık Bakanlığı are treated by and patients are regularly monitored after treatment. This follow-up process is of great importance in terms of controlling the course of the disease.
