Warning about diseases caused by floods Use 5 herbs to cure the disease |

On August 5, Dr. Thongchai Keeratihatthayakorn Director General of the Disease Control Department said that heavy rain has continued in many areas at this time. Flash floods happened and flash floods happened. Diseases carried by floods are often found in 4 groups that need to be monitored as follows: 1. Respiratory system diseases such as influenza and pneumonia 2. Diseases transmitted through food and water. such as food poisoning, diarrhea, 3. infectious diseases such as leptospirosis, athlete’s foot, conjunctivitis, and 4. infectious diseases carried by insects, such as dengue fever or poisonous animals. Electric shock and drowning

Ways to avoid this are: 1. Don’t throw trash or garbage into water sources. Throw trash or garbage into a plastic bag and tie the bag tightly and store in a dry place 2. Do not let the children play in the water alone. Risk of drowning and catching germs from contaminated water. causing conjunctivitis Or get bitten or stung by a poisonous animal that escaped from the water 3. Wash your hands and feet with soap and water often Shower immediately after working or wading in water 4. Eat cooked food, hot, clean to prevent food poisoning and diarrhea. Do not eat food at night without a closed container. Because they could be infected with diseases from rats and other animals that carry diseases.

5. Avoid walking barefoot in water. If wading through water is necessary Wear boots or bring a clean plastic bag. Use it to prevent your feet from hitting the water directly. Or sleep under a mosquito net 7. Maintain basic hygiene Wash your hands often if you are in a crowded place. or if you have symptoms of illness such as coughing, sneezing, and a runny nose, you should wear a cloth mask or face mask. To prevent the spread of respiratory diseases 8. Clean and keep the house area clear. and check the hidden corners of the house To protect against poisonous animals 9. If bitten by a poisonous animal, remember the characteristics of the animal. Wash the wound with clean water. Apply to the bitten area If you have a high fever, headache or body aches. Hurry up and see a doctor immediately. For more information, contact the Disease Control Department Hotline, call 1422

Dr. Kwanchai Wisitthanon, Deputy Director General of the Department of Traditional and Alternative Thai Medicine, said that the diseases that often come with floods are skin and athlete’s foot diseases. The science and wisdom of traditional Thai medicine has used 5 types of household herbs in treatment: 1. Turmeric: relieves itching, prevents germs and fungi. How to treat athlete’s foot with turmeric: Mix turmeric root with water. Or pound with water and take You can come and anoint your feet with frostbite.

2. Ancient galangal treats skin diseases, bacterial and fungal infections, treats ringworm, ringworm, and cures hives to treat skin diseases, galangal rhizomes are used as old as a thumb and are beat thoroughly. Mix alcohol until combined and apply to the athlete’s foot several times until the symptoms subside.

3. Betel leaves contain essential oil Betel oil, which has antibacterial properties. Fungus on the skin The procedure is to wash betel leaves clean. Mixed with white wine or alcohol Apply to relieve itching, hives, or bruising betel leaf juice. Apply for the treatment of ringworm, ringworm, abscesses, pus, acne and various inflammatory wounds.

4. Dried mangosteen skin Contains a lot of tannins It has anti-inflammatory effects and has the ability to help heal athlete’s foot ulcers. Take the dry mangosteen skin and water it with water or lime juice until it is thick enough. Then apply to athlete’s foot 2-3 times a day.

5. Diospyrol is in Thongpanchang, which has the effect of treating fungus, treating ringworm, ringworm and fighting skin inflammation. Using about 1 handful of gold leaf, pound them thoroughly. Then apply it as a mask or apply it to the affected area 3-4 times a day, every day in a row. Until the wound heals

Currently, traditional Thai medicines are on the national list of essential medicines. Treatments for skin symptoms common in the rainy season include: Thongpanchang tincture is used to treat ringworm, ringworm, fungal skin infections, athlete’s foot, betel tincture. Eliminating skin inflammation Inflammation from insect bites, stings, mangosteen skin remedy, applied to new wounds and chronic wounds, Phaya Yo ointment. Relieves swelling, pain, and inflammation from insect bites and stings for safety in drug use. You should follow the instructions. and how to use medicine Strictly follow the drug label.