Cases of Chikungunya among children are being reported in recent days, Lady Ridgeway Hospital’s Consultant Paediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said.
Dr. Perera highlighted that the disease is spread by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. Dr. Perera said Chikungunya can be managed through adequate rest and proper administration of paracetamol in prescribed doses.
He emphasised that symptoms such as high fever accompanied by severe joint pain, muscle pain, and darkened skin around the nose are typical indicators of the disease.While Chikungunya primarily affects adults, the risk of transmission to children is significant.
In addition to Chikungunya, Dr. Perera noted that diseases such as dengue and childhood asthma are also prevalent among children. He stressed the importance of maintaining a clean environment to prevent mosquito breeding, thereby reducing the spread of these illnesses. He urged the public to take proactive measures to control mosquito populations and protect children from these diseases.
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