Congo Fever Suspected In Deesa As 34-Year-Old Man Turns Seriously Ill
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A suspected case of Crimean-Congo Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF), commonly known as Congo fever, has been reported in Deesa taluka of Banaskantha district, triggering concern in the area and prompting the health authorities to step up preventive measures.
A 34-year-old man from Akhol village developed suspected symptoms of Congo fever and was shifted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad for further treatment. His blood samples have been sent to the National Institute of Virology (NIV), Pune, for testing.
Man shifted to Ahmedabad for treatment
According to the information available, the man had developed high fever and severe headache over the past few days. He was initially admitted to a private hospital in Deesa.
During examination, doctors reportedly observed symptoms suspected to be linked to Congo fever. Blood samples were subsequently collected and sent to the NIV laboratory in Pune for confirmation.
Considering his serious condition, the patient was later shifted to a private hospital in Ahmedabad for further treatment.
Door-to-door survey launched in village
Following the suspected case, teams from the district health department and animal husbandry department reached Akhol village.
A door-to-door health survey has been launched across the village to identify people who may have developed symptoms.
Authorities are also carrying out measures to control ticks in livestock areas. Since the disease can be associated with ticks found on animals, insecticide spraying has reportedly been started at cattle sheds and livestock-rearing areas.
What is Congo fever?
Congo fever is a viral disease associated with ticks and infected animals. According to the information provided, transmission can occur through tick bites or contact with the blood or milk of infected animals.
Reported symptoms include:
- Sudden high fever
- Severe and persistent headache
- Body ache and discomfort
- In severe cases, bleeding from different parts of the body
Health authorities have urged livestock owners to maintain proper hygiene around animals and take appropriate measures to control ticks.
The case remains suspected at present, and confirmation will depend on the laboratory test results from Pune.
