vaccine against Cholera
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The disease is spread in several African, Asian and Latin American countries. In some cases the virus was also carried into Europe. After the bacteria have invaded the body, the incubation time is quite short, 1-2 days.
The source of infection: The infected person and the person carrying the Vibrio cholerae bacterium.
Problems and symptoms
- In slight cases short term vomiting and diarrhoea
- In more severe cases watery diarrhoea which is frequently described as "rice water" in nature. It’s not accompanied by abdominal pain.
- Strong vomiting develops which is not preceded by intensive nausea.
- Fever is rare
- Muscle spasms develop due to dehydration and electrolyte losses. If the loss of liquid occurs to great extents, the patient can get into the state of shock and die in a couple of hours.
Pathogen
Vibrio cholerae bacterium.
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Way of spread
It mostly spreads by infected water at the epidemic areas, as well as it is dangerous eating not appropriately prepared, heated and cooked food and mussels.
Long term effect
The disease does not have any long term effects, the patient can fully recover after receiving the appropriate treatment.
Curing
Immediate and quick supplement of liquids and electrolytes is necessary, which can be carried out orally in more slight cases. In severe cases the application of infusions is needed. The use of antibiotics is necessary after having diagnosed by cholera.
Prevention
- Consumption of only appropriately prepared, heated and cooked food
- Avoid the consumption of raw mussels, crawfish, fish (marine fruits)
- Consumption of only thoroughly cleaned and peeled fruits and vegetables
- Consumption of only bottled water
- Appropriate vaccination is available
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