Throat ailment: NCDC warns Kano residents, health workers

“Diphtheria spreads easily between people through direct contact with infected people, droplets from coughing or sneezing, and contact with contaminated clothing and objects. The onset of signs and symptoms usually starts after two to 10 of exposure to the bacteria.

“Symptoms of diphtheria include fever, runny nose, sore throat, cough, red eyes , and neck swelling. In severe cases, a thick grey or white patch appears on the tonsils and/or at the back of the throat associated with difficulty breathing.” The agency further stated that the Nigeria childhood immunisation schedule recommended three doses of pentavalent vaccine for children in the sixth, 10th, and 14th week of life.

The NCDC also advised healthcare workers to maintain a high index of suspicion for diphtheria and individuals with signs and symptoms suggestive of diphtheria to isolate themselves and notify the local government area, state disease surveillance officer, or the NCDC. “Close contacts with a confirmed case of diphtheria should be closely monitored given antibiotics prophylaxis and started on diphtheria antitoxin treatment when indicated. All healthcare workers with higher exposure to cases of diphtheria should be vaccinated against diphtheria,” it added.All rights reserved.

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