As soon as the summer season arrives, children are at risk of Chamki fever. Especially in Bihar, hundreds of children die every year due to Chamki fever. Although older adults are also at risk of this disease, the largest number of children are affected by it. In such a situation, it is important for every parent to understand this disease well.
What is Chamki Fever? This is a type of infection in which swelling starts in the brain. It is also called encephalitis, acute encephalitis syndrome or Japanese encephalitis. It spreads through mosquito bites. It is of two types – primary encephalitis which directly affects the brain and spinal cord and secondary encephalitis which occurs when an infection in another part of the body reaches the brain. Although it is a fatal disease, it can be completely cured by identifying the initial symptoms.
Identify Chamki fever by these symptoms
According to the Mayo Clinic, most patients with Chamki fever experience headache, fever, muscle and joint pain, weakness and fatigue as initial symptoms.
These serious signs appear as the disease progresses
Stiff neck
Mental disorders
Seizures
Difficulty in movement
Difficulty in speaking and hearing
Fainting and coma
Swelling on the head Vomiting
Loss of appetite
What is the treatment for Chamki fever?
Encephalitis caused by viruses usually requires antiviral treatment. Commonly used antiviral drugs to treat encephalitis include: Its patients are given treatment in a calm environment.
How many days does it take for the patient to recover?
According to the NHS, some people recover completely from encephalitis, although this can be a long and difficult process. Many people never fully recover and face long-term problems due to damage to their brain.
How to prevent Chamki fever
To prevent Chamki fever, it is important to consume healthy and fresh food and fruits. Also, keep children away from places where mosquitoes are prevalent. Also, prevent children from playing in the sun and dirt. Take full care of hygiene.
