Month: July 2023

Bangkok, July 1 – Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health. Thailand reported 48 smallpox cases in June 2023, higher than May. There were 21 reported cases, or a 2.3-fold increase in the number of patients. The majority of patients were males. Emphasizing that smallpox can be prevented by avoiding close contact with the patient’s skin or rashes, pustules, secretions, and not sharing objects.

Today (July 1, 2023), Dr. Tares Krassanairawiwong The Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that smallpox was an emerging contagious disease in Thailand. The first patient was found in July 2022. Currently, there are 91 cases reported in Thailand and the trend continues to increase. In June, just one month A total of 48 new cases were reported, which is 2.3 times more than the 21 cases recorded in May, 41 Thais, 7 foreigners, mostly in Bangkok (38 cases) and 3 in Samut Prakan Province. Chonburi, Nonthaburi, 2 cases per province, Samut Sakhon, Phuket, Pathum Thani, 1 case per province, 48 cases, among men who have sex with men. And a history of HIV infection (22 cases, representing 45.8% of cases in June 2023), most of them had risk factors from unprotected sex. or having sex with an unknown stranger before getting sick

Dr. Tares further said that no patients with severe symptoms or death have yet been found. Notice that last month Nearly half of all new smallpox cases are HIV-infected. The disease can be prevented by avoiding close contact with the patient. or people suspected of being infected with smallpox Including refraining from having sex with unknown strangers and can check the initial symptoms by themselves If there is a rash / blisters in the genital area, anus, mouth or body and had a history of close contact, intimate contact, or having sex with suspected smallpox or smallpox patients Including caregivers of patients suspected of having smallpox while sick. Observe within 21 days after touching the patient if there is a fever, headache, muscle aches or back pain, swollen lymph nodes such as behind the ears, neck, groin, sore throat, nasal congestion or cough, rash or blisters or pustules on organs. Gender or anus or around it, hands, feet, breasts, face or mouth area. to be examined at a health facility or hospital By notifying symptoms and risk history immediately along with suggesting ways to prevent smallpox infection, such as avoiding sex with unknown strangers Avoid close contact with people with rashes, blisters or pus. Avoid being in crowded places. It is also recommended to wash your hands frequently. and do not share personal belongings with others, etc.

Dr. Sopon Iamsirithaworn, M.D. Deputy Director General Department of Disease Control added that The situation of the smallpox epidemic increased rapidly in a month’s time. This reflects risky behaviors that lead to transmission among males of reproductive age. Especially the group of men who have sex with men. The Department of Disease Control therefore asks for cooperation in networks that work closely with the public, such as hospitals and private clinics. civil society organizations Health establishments, such as spas, saunas, help publicize and educate. and advice on observing smallpox symptoms for the public to create correct knowledge and understanding and prevention of smallpox for targeted people at risk Emphasizing that “Smallpox” can be prevented by avoiding close contact with the patient’s skin and not sharing objects. In addition to wearing a condom when having sex. Notice the pustules in areas where there is a chance of skin contact. to prevent the risk of infection from exposure

for HIV treatment clinics Please increase the communication of measures to prevent smallpox regularly. along with other health care matters For more information, please contact the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422 .-Thai News Agency.

Source: Thai News Agency

Ubon Ratchathani, July 1-Public health doctor Ubon Ratchathani province announced the death of a 13-year-old girl, summarizing the history of all blood results. Died from leptospirosis ready to advise people to prevent leptospirosis

In the case of Mrs. Nantaphon, Samrong Villager, Ubon Ratchathani Province request for justice After a 13-year-old daughter suffered severe leg pain until she took her to see a doctor Finally, a low platelet count was detected. Until the shock and death I want the doctor to clarify the cause of the child’s death. because before daughter is normal and no congenital disease In the afternoon, Mrs. Nantaporn and her husband traveled to the Law Group of the Office of Public Health. Ubon Ratchathani Province To make a complaint, check the standard of the nurse practitioner. treatment center whether it meets the standard or not by the staff of the Legal Group, Ubon Ratchathani Province, inquired about the incident and recorded Mrs. Nanthaporn’s complaint presenting the commander to investigate the facts

On the same day, Dr. Thiraphong, MD., Ubon Ratchathani Provincial Health Office, announced the case of the death of a 13-year-old girl by specifying that the child was treated at Tan Sum Hospital with leg pain. The doctor took a preliminary history. There is a flexible subject exam at school. then leg pain Vital signs were examined, the pulse and blood pressure were abnormally high, fever 39.5, bruising in the legs, unable to urinate, therefore blood was drawn. Children found that the platelet count was low to 40,000 from normal about 100,000 and white blood cells were high. indicates an infection in the bloodstream The doctor gave a preliminary cover-up of antibiotics and sent him to the 50th Pansa Maha Vajiralongkorn Hospital. To find out the cause in detail, when arriving at the 50th Anniversary Hospital, there is a procedure for checking and treating. At that time, the child’s condition worsened. Until the cardiac pump is life-saving. and later died

From the retrospective examination, it was found that there was fever, muscle pain, pain in the legs, arms, kidney failure, abnormal blood results. reminds me of leptospirosis but a clear diagnosis Must send blood for a PCR test, but for a 13-year-old girl, it is not sent. Because at that time the condition worsened, resuscitation was required. And finally died, Dr. Thiraphong said about the history that has been given about the flexibility test and leg pain. Causing no thought of leptospirosis but with fever, leg pain, abnormal blood results reassuring There was an infection in the bloodstream, so the hospital had given the antibiotics to cover it first. including leptospirosis From the summary of the history of all blood results, a 13-year-old girl died from leptospirosis.

for the situation of leptospirosis or leptospirosis in Ubon Ratchathani province From January 1 to June 30, 2023, 1,265 cases of leptospirosis were reported, with 12 deaths. Recommendations for people to prevent disease It is advisable to wear boots every time when working in the fields or in the garden to prevent infection. 2. After soaking in the water in the fields, take a quick shower and wash with soap immediately. If there is a wound, cover the wound before touching the water. 3. If you have a fever high muscle pain especially calves See a doctor immediately. for examination Do not buy drugs by yourself.-Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency