Doctor Manu warns of “melioidosis”, a disease endemic to Southeast Asia. Found in Thailand, the most sick in the northeastern region. Inhaling the infection into the lungs risking death.
Today (28 April 65) Dr. Manoon Leechawengwong, a specialist in respiratory system Wichaiyut Hospital Post a message via Facebook stating that melioidosis is endemic in Southeast Asia. including Thailand Most cases were found in Mukdahan, Amnat Charoen, Yasothon, Sisaket and Ubon Ratchathani provinces. Most of them are farmers. and in South Asia including India
Burkholderia pseudomallei bacteria are commonly found in soil and natural water. The infection enters the body through skin wounds. or through inhalation of B. pseudomallei into the lungs.
Melioidosis is not normally found in the United States. The exception was found in travelers returning from countries with melioidosis. The New England Journal of Medicine, March 3, 2022 (see figure), reports four melioidosis cases aged 4-53 years, two deaths between March and July 2021 in the state. Kansas, Texas, Minnesota and Georgia, all four have no history of traveling abroad.
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigated. Agreed that it is very prudent for the family to bring the product. and all kinds of items that are in the house to be given to health officials for inspection took several months Finally, the genetic code fingerprints of the pathogen melioidosis were found in lavender and chamomile scented sprays. The bottle contained Better Homes & Gardens branded gemstones, made in India (see photo). Very fortunate to find. because the chance of encountering a source of germs is very low It is believed that natural stones placed in a spray bottle can carry germs and contaminate the perfume in the bottle. time to spray perfume in the room Melioidosis pathogens are released into the air. The person in the room breathes this germ, bacteria into the lungs. Infected and seriously ill some even died
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Information from: Dr. Manoon Leechawengwong
Picture from : AFP