Even though the pain of a mosquito bite goes away after a few seconds, the effect of the dangerous virus that reaches the body through its sting can make you sick from within. This can cause diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and malaria.

Although not all mosquito bites are dangerous, it is important to avoid mosquitoes as much as possible to reduce the risk of disease. Let us tell you that due to the increasing risk of dengue and chikungunya due to the continuously changing weather in Uttarakhand, the Health Department has issued an advisory. Under this, priority is to be given to proper arrangements for the prevention and treatment of mosquito-borne diseases in the state.

Do not ignore these symptoms of dengue

  • sudden high fever
  • Severe headache
  • pain behind the eyes
  • joint and muscle pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomit
  • swollen glands
  • Rash that appears three to four days after the fever starts

Recognize chikungunya infection by these signs

According to the CDC, the most common symptoms of chikungunya infection include fever and joint pain. Apart from this, Chikungunya patients may also experience headaches, muscle pain, swelling in joints, or rashes.

Symptoms are similar so how to identify whether it is dengue or chikungunya?

Swelling and pain are much more common in Chikungunya than in Dengue. While chikungunya causes severe pain in the bones, dengue in many cases involves bleeding and difficulty in breathing.

Ways to avoid mosquito-borne diseases

  • Leave the house with insect repellents
  • wear long sleeves
  • avoid going out too much
  • close the windows and doors of the house
  • Get the garbage and water collected around the house cleaned

Highest number of deaths due to dengue in 2023

According to a WHO report, there will be 6.5 million cases of dengue and 7300 deaths worldwide in 2023. Let us tell you that cases of death due to chikungunya are very rare, but the risk of death increases significantly after 84 days of symptoms appearing.

Disclaimer: Dear reader, thank you for reading our news. This news has been written only to make you aware. We have taken the help of home remedies and general information in writing this. If you read anything related to your health anywhere, definitely consult a doctor before adopting it.