Tomato fever panic in Kerala..? Tips to keep your kids safe..!


Along with the increasing number of cases of COVID-19, a monkeypox outbreak has been reported in kerala which has created fear in the minds of the people. In this case, the spread of tomato fever, a fever that mainly affects children below 5 years of age, is causing panic in Kerala. Let's learn more about this flu and the ways it can spread to your children.

Tomato fever is a viral infection. It mainly affects children (below 5 years). This disease is called tomato fever because one of the common symptoms of this disease is red blisters. They look like small tomatoes.


Some of the common symptoms of tomato flu include:


Red blisters on the skin

Skin irritation

Runny nose

high fever

Abdominal pain

Nausea or vomiting

Persistent cough

Body pain

Muscle pain

Joint Pain

sneeze

diarrhea

Very tired

Ways to protect your children from tomato fever:


Although tomato fever is currently very rare in a particular state, it is important to follow safety protocols.

Ways to protect children from tomato fever:

Teach your children to practice social distancing whenever you send them outside. Hygiene and cleanliness are very important to prevent infectious diseases. Clean your children's bedroom and bathroom and disinfect their toys after each use. If you know of tomato flu, advise your child not to share their belongings with others. If you notice any of the symptoms listed above in your children, consult a doctor immediately. Also, isolate them immediately and prevent them from coming in contact with others. Teach your children to avoid touching their face, eyes, and nose unnecessarily without using sanitizer.

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Sowmiya Sriram

18/07/2022 04:08 PM