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• The risk of getting sick is high during the monsoon season
  
• Creates an ideal environment for pathogens to spread
  
• Increase in water borne diseases is seen in monsoon season
  

The risk of getting sick is high during the monsoon season. A humid environment, stagnant water and temperature fluctuations create an ideal environment for the spread of many pathogens, including bacteria, viruses and parasites. As a result, we are more susceptible to water-borne diseases such as cholera, typhoid and hepatitis A, as well as vector-borne diseases such as dengue, malaria and chikungunya, which are spread by mosquitoes that breed in stagnant water.

1. Dengue fever

Dengue is spread by Aedes mosquitoes, which breed in stagnant water. Its symptoms include fever, headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash and low blood pressure. Severe dengue can cause plasma leakage, fluid retention, difficulty breathing, heavy bleeding or organ damage.

2. Malaria

Malaria is caused by the Plasmodium parasite, which is transmitted by the Anopheles mosquito. Its symptoms include fever, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches and fatigue. In severe cases, jaundice, kidney failure, heart attack and coma may occur. Preventive measures include using mosquito nets, insect repellents and making sure there is no standing water nearby.

3. Chikungunya

Chikungunya, also spread by Aedes mosquitoes, is accompanied by fever, severe joint pain, rash and muscle aches. Although it is rarely life-threatening, joint pain can be debilitating and last for months.

4. Leptospirosis

Leptospirosis is a bacterial infection spread by water contaminated with animal urine. It causes high fever, headache, chills, muscle pain, vomiting, jaundice and sometimes rash. In severe cases, kidney damage, liver failure, respiratory distress and meningitis can occur. Prevention includes avoiding exposure to floodwaters, wearing protective clothing and maintaining good hygiene.

5. Typhoid fever

Typhoid is caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi and is spread through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include prolonged fever, weakness, abdominal pain, headache and loss of appetite. In severe cases, intestinal perforation and bleeding may occur. Preventive measures include drinking clean water, eating well-cooked food and maintaining good hygiene.

6. Cholera

Cholera is caused by Vibrio bacteria, which grow in contaminated water. This causes severe diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration, which can be fatal if not treated promptly. Prevention includes drinking boiled or filtered water, eating properly cooked food, and practicing good hygiene.

7. Hepatitis A

Hepatitis is a viral infection that affects the liver through contaminated food and water. Symptoms include fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, abdominal pain, dark urine and jaundice. But prevention includes vaccination, drinking clean water and maintaining food hygiene.

8. Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis, often referred to as the stomach flu, can be caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites in contaminated food and water. It causes diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and fever. Prevention includes drinking safe water, eating a healthy diet and maintaining good hand hygiene.

9. Viral fever

Many viral infections during monsoons cause fever, chills, cough, body aches and fatigue. These infections are usually self-limiting, but can be prevented by avoiding crowded places, maintaining good hygiene and boosting the immune system through a balanced diet.

Disclaimer: The information provided here is for information only, Sandesh News does not endorse the same. Be sure to visit your doctor before taking any remedy.