SYMPTOMS | CAUSES |TREATMENT

CHOLERA

INTRODUCTION TO CHOLERA

Cholera is one of the most feared clinical entities on earth. It is a preventable, acute diarrheal diseas that leads to severe dehydration due to a massive loss of bodily fluids

It can lead to sunken eyes, blue-grey skin and eventually death.

80% of cholera cases today can be prevented by the ingestion of rehydration salts.

The risk factors that contribute to cholera are: The absence of proper sanitation and sewage system

Low level of stomach acidPeople with Type-O blood group are more

likely to choleraPoor and unclean household conditionsEating uncooked shellfish 

RISK OF CHOLERA

The prime cause of the cholera infection is coming in contact with, bacterium vibrio cholera. This cholera bacterium enters the body through mouth, often in contaminated water and food.

Cholera affects the inner lining of your stomach and attaches bacteria to the small intestine walls resulting in secretion of large amount of fluids and salts from the body, causing diarrhoea.

Eating unwashed and uncooked fruits, vegetables and seafood can also cause cholera.

CAUSES OF CHOLERA

NauseaVomitingDiarrhoeaDehydrationFeverDry MouthLow blood pressureRapid Heart Beat

SYMPTOMS OF CHOLERA

A doctor can be consulted for the treatment of cholera, who will suggest a stool test to determine bacteria your body and then prescribing medications accordingly. Methods for the treatment of cholera are listed below: Antibiotics

ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution )Zinc capsulesDrinking only boiled water

TREATMENTS OF CHOLERA

Here are the few common tips that can help you in preventing cholera and its ill effects. 

Avoid excessive intake of dairy productsWash hands before eatingWash fruits and vegetables with warm water

prefer eating fruits, which you can peel yourselfAvoid seafood

PREVENTION FROM CHOLERA

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