The intensity of the corona wave in India could not be greater. Meanwhile, various microbial infections such as dengue, malaria and typhoid occur. In Kerala, two viruses, namely Nippa and Sika, have spread. Currently there is a gradual decrease in intensity. The Sika virus was first reported in Uttar Pradesh. This has shocked everyone.
Center sends team to UP after IAF official confirms Sika virus outbreak India News, The Indian Express
The 57-year-old from Kanpur was diagnosed with the virus on the 22nd. Following this, the Union Health Ministry has sent a team of senior medical experts to Uttar Pradesh. National Institute of Disease Control and Center, Drs. The team also includes public health, pediatricians, obstetricians and specialists from Ram Manohar Lohia Hospitals. The federal government said the group will assist state health officials in efforts to control the Sica virus.
Sika virus | NEJM
Sika virus is caused by mosquitoes that spread dengue and chickenpox. This is not very dangerous. But three months pregnant is very dangerous. It can spread to the unborn baby and cause damage to the baby’s organs. Dengue can have similar symptoms. Symptoms include fatigue, headache, muscle and joint pain, and redness of the eyes. Older people are more likely to have neurological disorders. It has no vaccine; No drugs; So the best medicine is to eat right and relax.