30 March 18:10
In the Krasnoyarsk Center public health and medical prevention reminded residents what to do if they are bitten by a tick.
According to surgeon NnationalWow medicalWow researchWow centerA therapy and preventive medicine of the Ministry of Health of Russia Elens Kostylevoh, inSpring is a time of increased tick activity. When going out into nature, it is important to remember that ticks are carriers of dangerous infections, primarily tick-borne viral encephalitis and ixodid tick-borne borreliosis (Lyme disease).
After a tick bite his must be removed as soon as possible. It is necessary to remove the tick in an emergency room or surgical clinic.
“It is strictly forbidden to fill the tick with oil, kerosene, or burn it. This causes the tick to “regurgitate” its contents: thus, viruses or bacteria enter the blood,” Elena Kostyleva said.
It is recommended to monitor your condition for 21 days. With fever, headache, aching, and most importantly, the appearance of a red spot (erythema) at the site of the bite necessary call immediatelycrawl see a doctor. Under no circumstances should you self-medicate.
The most reliable way to protect against infections is vaccination. The full course consists of two vaccinations, which are best done 2-4 weeks before going outdoors. Revaccination is carried out every 3 years.
When outdoors, wear light-colored clothing treated with special protective agents. Inspect yourself carefully and constantly while walking, and inspect your body at home.
Let us remind you that the first case of a tick bite this year was recorded in the Krasnoyarsk Territory. The victim was a 12-year-old girl. The suction occurred on March 28 on the territory of the Krasnoyarsk Badalyk cemetery – a tick was found on the child’s head.
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