Written by Mervat Rashad Tuesday, July 18, 2023 10:00 PM
According to the report issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the number of cases of the disease has doubled from Mosquito bites And ticks and fleas have more than tripled since 2004. In addition, nine new germs spread by mosquitoes and ticks have been discovered. Insect-borne diseases include West Nile virus, Zika virus, Chikungunya virus, Lyme disease, malaria, and more. The best ways to protect your family, according to the website ” childrens”.
West Nile virus
West Nile virus is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. These symptoms may include:
body aches
Diarrhea
Fatigue and weakness
Fever
headache
Joint pain
vomiting
Less than 1% of people infected with West Nile virus develop life-threatening neurological symptoms.
Zika virus
Zika virus is mainly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito of a certain species, known as Aedes. Zika can also be passed from mother to child during pregnancy and can be transmitted through sexual activity.
Symptoms of the Zika virus can include:
Fever
Joint pain
hasty
red eyes (conjunctivitis)
Chikungunya virus
The chikungunya virus is also spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Most people infected with the chikungunya virus develop symptoms three to seven days after being bitten.
These symptoms can include:
Fever
headache
Joint pain and swelling
myalgia
hasty
Lyme disease
Lyme disease is the most common insect-borne disease, transmitted by ticks. If not properly diagnosed and treated, Lyme disease can lead to serious and long-term complications affecting the heart, joints, and nervous system. The first symptoms of a bite by a tick that usually carry this disease appear. Three to 30 days after the bites.
They may include:
goosebumps
exhaustion
Fever
headache
Muscle and joint pain
A warm rash at the tick site
swollen lymph nodes;
malaria
Malaria is a serious disease spread by mosquitoes infected with parasites. Symptoms of malaria include the flu-like illness, including fever, chills, headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Ways to prevent insect bites
Always use insect repellent when spending time outdoors.
Wear protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and pants when in wooded or grassy areas.
Cover strollers and baby carriers with a mosquito net.
Take steps to control ticks and fleas on household pets.
Use air conditioning when possible and repair any holes in window screens to keep bugs out of the house.
If your child experiences any unusual symptoms after an insect bite – such as fever, headache, rash, tiredness, or joint and muscle pain – contact your pediatrician.
2023-07-18 19:00:00
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