“Cat scratching”, do not be complacent, risk 4 dangerous diseases that can cause death.

“Social Security Office” warning “Cat scan” Don’t be complacent, risk 4 dangerous diseases that can cause death.

1. Fighting

Disease caused by the Rabies virus When it enters the body, it embeds itself in the nervous system and spreads to the brain and spinal cord, causing abnormalities in the body . and serious until death If the vaccine is not received

• Symptoms found: headache, low fever, sore throat, body aches, loss of appetite, fatigue.

2. Cat scratch disease

An infection caused by a type of bacteria. It can be transmitted to humans by being bitten or scratched by a cat.

• Symptoms found: red rash, blisters, and sharp wounds at the injured area. enlarged lymph nodes

3. Infectious diseases from wounds

Diseases caused by bacteria are divided into 2 types.

• Bacteria that live in cats’ mouths are contaminated with cat bite wounds. Causes of infection Symptoms found: pain, swelling, redness, and pus may flow from the wound.

• Flesh-eating bacteria release substances that cause blood clots. They may be life-threatening Symptoms found: severe wound pain, high fever, fatigue, and black necrotic tissue. If you experience these symptoms, you should see a doctor immediately. undergo surgery immediately

4. Tetanus

The disease begins to show symptoms after exposure to bacteria in the first 2-3 days and can last for several weeks.

• Symptoms found: stuck jaw, stiff neck and stomach muscles Difficulty swallowing, sweating, high blood pressure

• Wash the wound with clean water. And rub the soap gently for at least 15 minutes.

• Wipe the wound dry. Apply tincture of iodine to fresh wounds. or alcohol to clean wounds

• See your doctor immediately for a tetanus and rabies vaccine. It is up to the doctor whether the patient needs to be vaccinated or not.

However, for people with insurance, they can use their social security rights to get free rabies vaccination treatment. Free At the hospital according to rights For more information about social security, visit: www.sso.go.th Or call the hotline 1506, available every day, 24 hours a day”.

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