Today we are going to know about the most important topic. Because this is something that involves children. A pediatric disease is currently spreading in kerala. A large number of children under the age of 5 have been admitted to hospital in kollam, kerala due to a new virus .The name of the disease is Tomato fever. What ?Tomato fever? Ye s.

While the fever of the corono virus has not yet completely disappered from the public, Tomato flu has now been diagnosed in some people in Kerala. Tomato fever targetting the children. There are currently 85cases of tomato fever in Kerala. A survey conducted in kollam district has so far confirmed that 85 children have been affected by tomato fever. officials said the number was likely to increse if children were admitted to private hospitals. They are also raising awarness among the general public about the new virul flu. Health  officials are urging parents to be vigilant as children under the age of 5 are at high risk.This tomato fever has caused panic among the public. This disease is particularly reported to occur in children under the age of five. Tomato fever is one of the most common unknown disease in kerala. However it is not clear whether the disease was caused by viral influenza or chikungunya or dengue fever. As a preventive measure the authorities have launched an awarness campaign in all the villages.

What are the symptoms?

In children with this disease almost a tomato - sized rash appears on the body may cause burning sensation in the skin. Symptoms of dyhydration may appear along with dry air on the tongue. some patients have reported that tomato - like rash that formed on their body was first caused by a boil in which the worms came out.

High fever 

Physical pain

Swelling in the joints

Fatigue

Rash in the form of tomatoes

Dicoloration of hands

Discoloration of the knees

How to prevent children from tomato fever

If the child has these symptoms, consult the nearest doctor

People suffering from this diseases are advised to consume more fluids

Children should be kept away from infections

It is important to maintain cleanliness for the patient and those around him

Proper rest is required as in many cases the fever lasts for a week.

prevetion is better than cure. So we must act with vigilance to protect children.

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