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JE Lifestyle Desk: The arrival of monsoon in various parts of the country including Delhi-NCR has brought a major relief from the scorching heat. Compared to other seasons, monsoons are more pleasant and relieving. Although being a delightful season, it also brings with itself a host of infections and health woes, ranging from cold and flu to malaria and dengue. Here’s a list of monsoon diseases that you need to stay protected from. In an exculsive interaction with Only My Health editorial, Dr. Anupama Gupta, Senior Consultant, Paediatrics, Max Hospital, Panchsheel Park talked about the various health concerns faced during monsoon, especially children. 

Five Common Monsoon Disease

1. Dengue

The World Health Organisation (WHO), dengue is a viral infection caused by the dengue virus (DENV), transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Common symptoms of dengue include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands and rashes among others. 

2. Malaria

Malaria is another disease that is prevalent during the monsoons. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), malaria is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite. People with malaria often experience fever, chills, and flu-like illness. It is a life-threatening disease. 

3. Cholera

The Mayo Clinic defines cholera as a bacterial disease that usually spreads through contaminated water. Cholera causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration. Left untreated, cholera can be fatal within hours, even in previously healthy people. Common symptoms of cholera include diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and dehydration. 

4. Typhoid

It is a life-threatening infection which is caused by the bacterium Salmonella Typhi and is usually spread through contaminated water or food. It can spread throughout the body while affecting many other organs of the body. According to Cleveland Clinic, typhoid fever gets its name from a high fever that can last for weeks if left untreated. It often gets progressively worse over a few days.

5. Influenza

It is an infection of the nose, throat and lungs, and parts of the respiratory system. Most commonly seasonal influenza is caused by the influenza virus during the monsoon. Usually, sudden changes in the temperature can put an individual at an increased risk of the common cold, flu and other common seasonal infections. 


(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)