Mahidol University warns that ‘protozoan infection’, a cause of diarrhea, still exists. Recommends prevention before flying | The Bangkok Insight

Mahidol University warns that ‘protozoan infection’, a cause of diarrhea, still exists. Recommends prevention before flying | The Bangkok Insight
Mahidol University warns that ‘protozoan infection’, a cause of diarrhea, still exists. Recommends prevention before flying | The Bangkok Insight
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Professor Mahidol points out that protozoal infections are still common. Can contact people Worried about people with low immune systems and severe symptoms. Advice before flying for protection by consulting “Thai Travel Clinic”

Associate Professor Dr. Ong-at Mahitthikorn, Head of the Department of Protozoal Parasitology Faculty of Tropical Medicine Mahidol University Revealing the germs In addition to microorganisms such as viruses and bacteria, There are also protozoan parasites that are carried by both humans and animals.

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Protozoan infectious disease

For protozoa Can be found all over the world and can be transmitted to people. It can also multiply rapidly within the human body. by contaminating fruits and vegetables or natural water sources

We often get infections from eating food. unclean water Eat uncooked meat touching pets Including transmission through certain insects (such as malaria, leishmaniasis, etc.) when we do not wash our hands before eating. Failure to wash fruits and vegetables can be a channel for certain protozoa to enter our mouths. It is an important cause of diarrhea.

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However, in people with low immune systems There is the greatest risk of severe symptoms of disease caused by protozoa. and other complications

Meanwhile Although in many areas around the world The incidence of protozoal diseases is lower. But at present there is still travel. both from international migrant workers and tourism These are some of the important reasons why there is still a need to monitor the spread of the disease. Especially when traveling to and from risky areas.

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Therefore, if you are unsure, the best way is to seek counseling. Thai Travel Clinic Travel and Tourism Medicine Clinic Tropical Medicine Hospital Faculty of Tropical Medicine Mahidol University www.tm.mahidol.ac.th Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thaitravelclinic?mibextid=LQQJ4d Before every trip to a high-risk area

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