Today (October 4, 2022) Dr. Thares Krasanairawivong Director-General of the Department of Disease Control said that at present there are still animals found. Rabies all over the country And there may be injuries from being bitten or scratched by dogs-cats. Rabies is severe if exposed to rabies. When infected and showing symptoms and incurable. and every death
Caused by rabies infection
which is the cause of most rabies infection Caused by being bitten by a dog or cat – scratch and did not see a doctor Or get vaccinated against rabies properly, so if a dog or cat suspected to have rabies bitten, scratched, licked, splashed saliva through the eyes, mouth, or wounded skin. even a small wound should immediately give first aid
first aid method
- Wash the wound immediately with water and gently wash with soap several times.
- dry the wound
- Add povidone-iodine disinfectant. or iodine tincture
- Then you should see a doctor right away. to receive complete doses of rabies vaccination
- You should see your doctor by appointment every time. Vaccination is not as scary as it seems.
The 5th spell protects against animal bites.
At present, the best defense is Preventing animal biting, scratching or licking on any part of the body. This may prevent 3 steps as follows:
1. Before being bitten, use the principle The 5th spell to prevent bites is “Don’t tease, don’t step on it, don’t separate, don’t pick it up, don’t mess around.” That is, don’t tease the dog. Do not step on the dog or startle the dog. Do not separate the biting dog with your bare hands. Do not pick up the food bowl while the dog is eating. And don’t mess with outside or unknown dogs.
2.In case of bite, wash the wound with soap and water several times, apply a disinfectant such as betadine, and seek immediate medical attention. to receive proper vaccination against disease including imprisoning biting animals Observe symptoms for at least 10 days if the dog or cat dies. Immediately notify the nearest community leader. and inform the livestock in the area to send suspected animals for rabies testing in the laboratory
3. After being bitten A complete series of continuous rabies vaccinations should be given at the scheduled time of the doctor’s appointment. Most of which are injected only 4-5 times.
“I ask people to be aware of the protection Starting from raising dogs – cats in the right way. Contraception by sterilization Take to get vaccinated against rabies every year. raised in the house Don’t leave the house unattended because if bitten by a rabid dog, you could get rabies. including when people are bitten or scratched by dogs or cats Immediately wash the wound, apply medication, quarantine the dog for 10 days, then immediately see a doctor to consider vaccination. and must complete all vaccinations as scheduled every time,” said Dr. Thares.
symptoms after infection
Dr. Thares added that for symptoms ofRabies after infection Patients will show symptoms as follows:
- anorexia
- sore throat
- body aches
- have a fever
- tired
- tea
- hurt
- or pain around the bite wound
- severe itching at the wound
Later there will be restlessness. Dislikes loud noises, raving, fear of light, fear of wind, fear of water, difficulty swallowing, especially liquids. and leg muscles spasm, chest tightness, suffocation, or may convulsions, become paralyzed, lose consciousness and eventually die.
Rules for pet owners
- Should bring their own pets to be vaccinated against rabies. When the pet is 2-3 months old, 2 doses
- and get vaccinated regularly once a year.
- If you see an animal suspected of having rabies. If there is a tail drop, staggered gait, drooping saliva, hanging tongue, drooping eyes, immediately inform the livestock officials. or community leaders immediately
In addition, pet registration Don’t leave it as an animal without an owner. It is another way that people can help solve problems. Know how to prevent dogs from biting or hurting with the 5th spell to help reduce the risk of infection. Rabies Disease Department of Disease Control is still operating continuously together with relevant agencies To get rid of rabies from Thailand And must ask for cooperation from the people to protect themselves from rabies infection. If people have questions, they can ask for more information at the Department of Disease Control hotline 1422.