Tick cases begin to emerge as temperatures rise: Warning from experts

Commonly known as a tick bite, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) disease, is seen more frequently in rural areas in Turkey compared to cities. Due to improper intervention in cases, CCHF can manifest itself with symptoms such as fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, muscle pain, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, bleeding.

Stating that the weather has warmed up following the recent rains and that with this warming, certain tick species in nature are transmitting the deadly Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) virus to humans, Expert Family Physician Dr. Saadet Gök said,

"With the warming of the weather, time spent in parks, gardens, and agricultural areas has increased. It is known that tick cases rise from the beginning of April to the end of August. Especially when we go to open areas, wearing light-colored clothing is very important so that ticks can be seen more easily. Tucking trousers into socks and wearing boots is also very important.

When we return home, we must check our bodies for ticks, specifically behind the elbows, behind the legs, the nape of the neck, and behind the ears. If a tick has bitten, we must go to a health center. If you want to remove the tick, it should be done by wearing gloves or using a plastic bag, not with bare hands. Afterward, it is necessary to go to the nearest health center as soon as possible.'' they said.

News Source: 12punto