Breaking news: Recently, there are infections caused by Strep-A bacteria on the agenda of Turkey as well as the rest of the world. While important warnings were made to families regarding the symptoms, especially in order not to threaten the health of children, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca also made a statement about Strep-A. In his statement, Minister Koca said, “Since September, cases of Group A Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus have been reported in some European countries. Few cases have been reported in our country. Most of group A beta-hemolytic streptococcal infections are in the form of throat inflammation or skin infection and are partially mild infections.” used the phrases.
“THE BEST PREVENTION IS FREQUENTLY WASHING HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER”
Minister Koca continued in his statement, “A person can get the disease by direct exposure to droplets emitted by coughing and sneezing of sick people, or by touching the surfaces where the microbe spreads, after touching the surfaces where the microbe spreads, and in contact with the mouth, nose or eyes without washing their hands. The best way to prevent the disease is to wash the hands frequently with soap and water.” said.
“24 HOURS AFTER STARTING MEDICATION…”
Koca also emphasized that contagion is no longer in question after 24 hours of starting drug treatment.
MINISTER KOCA WARNED
Minister Koca also warned the families, “If your child has a sudden onset of fever and sore throat, and does not fall, despite the antipyretic drug, does not get worse, eats much less than usual or does not take fluids, has difficulty breathing, has rashes that spread rapidly on his body, immediately call 112 Emergency or apply to the Emergency Service. ” used the phrases.