According to the official report, this infection is currently seen in Kollam city of Kerala only. So far, about 80 children have come under its grip. All children are five years of age or younger. Doctors believe that if some action is not taken soon, then this infection can cause havoc in other states as well.
what is tomato flu
Tomato flu, also known as tomato fever, causes children infected with it to experience an undiagnosed fever. Its infection causes blisters in many parts of the body. The size of the blisters is usually red, hence the name tomato flu. According to doctors, it is difficult to say whether tomato flu is viral or a result of infection with chikungunya or dengue.
These symptoms are seen in the body when there is tomato flu
- red rash on body
- skin irritation and itching
- dehydration
- Exhaustion
- joint and body pain
- high fever
- discoloration of hands, knees, and hips
- severe abdominal pain
- vomiting and diarrhea
- cold and cough
How parents should protect their children from tomato flu
Get alerted if you notice any of the above-mentioned symptoms in your child. And without considering these symptoms as common and without ignoring them, consult your doctor.
give baby plenty of water
In general, doctors have advised children infected with tomato flu to drink plenty of clean water. According to doctors, regular cleaning of red rashes and ulcers on the body with clean water can provide great relief. Also, it is strictly forbidden to scrape or scratch them with nails.
Please tell that the reason for the spread of this infection is not yet known. Due to which not much can be said about its effects. That’s why doctors have advised to maintain adequate distance from tomato flu patients.