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5 diseases to watch out for during the rainy season

Bogordaily.net – When entering the rainy season, one thing to consider is the maintenance of health conditions. It is even recommended to strengthen immunity, do not let this disease attack you.

As reported by the Times of India page, there are five diseases you need to be aware of during the rainy season:

1. Dengue fever

Not infrequently, when the rainy season arrives, some people get dengue fever, caused by the bite of the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Symptoms include high fever, low platelet count, rash, and hypersensitivity.

Therefore, provide mosquito repellent, warm and thick clothing, especially cleaning the environment around your home.

2. Chikungunya

Chikungunya is mainly caused by mosquitoes that come from standing water found in air conditioners, coolers, plants, appliances, and water pipes.

These mosquitoes can bite you not only at night but also during the day. Joint pain and fever are two of the most common symptoms of chikungunya.

3. Diarrhea

This disease attacks the intestines, caused by the consumption of unhygienic food and water. Diarrhea is a very preventable and treatable disease if you are careful.

There are two types of diarrhea, acute and chronic, which can both be treated. Drinking boiled water and eating homemade food are the best ways to prevent this disease.

4. Malaria

Malaria is caused by the female Anopheles mosquito which reproduces in wetlands. Therefore, malaria is the most common disease during the rainy season.

Fever, chills, body aches and weakness are the most common symptoms of malaria. The best way to prevent malaria is to frequently clean the water tank in your home and keep the environment clean.

5. Influence

When the air is uneven, changes in the body will also be affected. Especially during the rainy season, it is not uncommon for someone to get the flu easily and even have a fever.***

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