Wading in muddy water, soaking in water for a long time, may risk leptospirosis infection that comes from flooding. From January 1 to November 21, 2022, 2,990 patients were found, 36 died. Most of the patients are 45-54 years.
Date November 25, 2022, Dr. Tares Krassanairawiwong The director general of the Department of Disease Control said many areas of the country have been hit by heavy rains in the past. Especially in the four southern border provinces, namely Songkhla, Pattani, Yala, Narathiwat, which have experienced new floods, and there are still some areas in the northeastern and central regions which are still flooded. Although now the water level is continuously decreasing But if people walk in the water with bare feet It can cause leptospirosis to enter the body
The leptospirosis situation from January 1 to November 21, 2022 found 2,990 cases, 36 deaths. The age group with the most cases was 45-54 years old (19.23%), followed by 55-64 years old (17, 73%). 35-44 years (16.99%), respectively. Most of the patients were farmers 41% and contractors 27%. The areas with the highest morbidity rate were the South, followed by the Northeast and the North, respectively. many patients during the rainy season. Caused by infection with leptospira bacteria which are contaminated with the urine of disease carrying animals such as rats, pigs, cattle, dogs. Bacteria can live in the environment for months. depending on the environment of each area
Dr. Sophon Iamsiritha Don Deputy Chief Executive Department of Disease Control added that during heavy rains Rainwater washes away germs from animal urine which contaminates the environment and flows into ponds or ponds. People are more likely to become infected from contact with contaminated water or mud. The infection can enter through soft skin with wounds or through the mucous membranes of the eyes, nose and mouth from immersion in water, wading in mud, without wearing protective equipment. About 1-2 weeks after infection, patients begin to experience fever, headache, body aches, and body aches, especially in the calf or thigh. Later, there may be red eyes, yellow body, yellow eyes, less urine output, coughing up blood until death. The first symptoms are similar to other infectious diseases. If the patient buys drugs to eat on their own or receives treatment late It can cause complications and death.
Recommendations for people to prevent leptospirosis are as follows: 1. Avoid walking in muddy water. If necessary, wear rubber boots and gloves while wading in flooded waters. trampling wet ground or cleaning houses after the water has receded 2. After wading in mud or soaking in water Clean your body immediately with soap and water.
3. If you have fever, headache, body aches or body aches After 1-2 weeks of wading in mud or soaking in water, do not take the drug yourself. Consult a doctor as soon as possible and inform the doctor about the history of the risk. It will help prevent severe symptoms and death. If you receive treatment within 1-2 days of the onset of illness For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control hotline, Tel. 1422.
