Details of the Chikungunya disease reported in Mombasa
Over 25 people have been diagnosed with the Chikungunya disease in Mombasa County, even as health officials rush against time to stop the spread of the viral disease.
Over 25 people have been diagnosed with the Chikungunya disease in Mombasa County, even as health officials rush against time to stop the spread of the viral disease.
As part of the strategies, Mombasa County Government, on Thursday, June 5, announced a raft of precautionary measures aimed at preventing the further spread of the disease, which is spread by mosquitoes.
What is Chikungunya and how it spreads
It is a viral disease spread by infected mosquitoes, especially those of the Aedes species.
According to the Mombasa County Health Department, symptoms of the disease begin to be noticed between 2 to 7 days after the bite.
Symptoms of the disease
Some of the major symptoms of the disease include a sudden high fever that also comes with a rash.
Those infected also experience severe joint and body pain, which can last for weeks. Patients also experience headaches.
Notably, in some cases, those infected risk bleeding.
According to Mombasa County, there is currently no specific treatment or vaccine. The only option is to manage the symptoms.
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The symptoms can be managed by resting well, taking paracetamol for fever and pain, and drinking plenty of fluids.
Most importantly, patients are advised against taking Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as they can increase bleeding risk.
How to protect yourself
To protect oneself, the county government is encouraging residents to use mosquito repellents and wear long-sleeved shirts and trousers to avoid mosquito bites.
Residents are also encouraged to sleep under a mosquito net and clear stagnant water near their homes to prevent mosquito breeding.
“The general public is advised that our Public Health Department has commenced fumigation in residential areas with a view to eradicating mosquitoes,” Governor Abdulswamad Nassir announced.
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