In India, the official monsoon season runs from June to September. The rainy season brings a plethora of common diseases with it. Through our blog, we intend to raise awareness about some of these conditions and provide you with some simple preventative measures.
Let’s start with a rundown of some of the most frequent monsoon illnesses.
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that occurs worldwide. It is associated with the infestation of rats and can cause serious illnesses such as kidney or liver failure, meningitis, difficulty breathing, and bleeding. During heavy rain or floods, animal urine in the soil or on other surfaces can run into floodwater, contaminating it. Streams and other natural water sources can also be contaminated, which can further spread the disease.
Prevention:
Consume filtered water.
Protect cuts and scrapes.
Put on water-resistant shoes and clothing.
Avoid rodent infestation.
Cold and Flu
India is a country where temperature extremes occur frequently, especially during the monsoon season. As a result, our bodies are exposed to a variety of bacteria and germs, resulting in colds and flu.
Prevention:
Consume high-nutrient foods.
Avoid street food.
Ensure your home is well-ventilated all the time.
Take a flu vaccine before the monsoon.
Mosquito-borne diseases:
Dengue
This is an unpleasant and potentially severe type of fever. It is a severe and potentially fatal disease. This fever is caused by the same-named virus, which is spread by mosquitoes.
Malaria
This is another prevalent monsoon sickness. Malaria is a mosquito-borne as well as a water-borne disease. It spreads through clogged water, which can serve as a mosquito breeding ground.
Prevention:
Apply mosquito repellent.
Wear light-coloured clothes.
Avoid areas with mosquitoes.
Use mosquito nets.
Cholera
Cholera is a water-borne infection caused by various strains of vibrio cholera bacteria. It is a digestive system condition that causes severe dehydration and diarrhea.
Prevention:
Drink boiled or filtered water.
Wash your hands often with soap and water.
Cook food thoroughly (particularly seafood), cover it, and eat it immediately. Fruits and vegetables should be peeled.
Avoid unpasteurized milk or milk products.
Typhoid
Consumption of polluted food and water causes this sickness. Salmonella typhi is responsible for yet another bacterial infection.
Prevention:
Avoid drinking untreated water.
Choose hot foods only.
Get vaccinated against it.
Wash your hands frequently.
As much as we all enjoy the monsoons and the relief they provide, it’s important to keep informed and protect ourselves from the prevalent monsoon ailments that afflict India. To avoid infection, keep a check on your safety precautions and preventive measures. If you notice the illness persisting, don’t take over-the-counter medication; instead, call AllCure SuperSpeciality Hospital at 7400190223/7710049996 for an appointment.
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