Yet another case of Congo virus has surfaced in Karachi, taking the reported count of affected patients to 18 this year, reported the 24NewsTV channel.
According to a spokesperson of the Sindh Health Department, a 55-year-old man suffering from Congo Crimean Haemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) was admitted to Jinnah Hospital two days ago. He is a resident of Orangi Town, Tanoli Colony, Karachi.
The laboratory tests, which were sent to the Aga Khan University Hospital, confirmed on Friday that the patient had contracted the Congo virus.
Luckily, the patient's condition is slightly better.
The CCHF is caused by the Congo virus, which is found on a tick that attaches itself to the skin of cattle.
The onset of CCHF is sudden, with initial signs and symptoms including headache, high fever, rashes, back pain, joint pain, stomach pain, and vomiting.
People who come into contact with these infected ticks or animals can contract the viral disease, which is highly contagious and has a 40-50 percent mortality rate.
Two of the affected persons among 18 cases surfaced during this year have died,
The spokesperson said the Health Department is in full contact with the Livestock Department in this regard.
Tick control activity will be initiated in the affected house and adjoining area in collaboration with the Livestock Department.
Reporter: Rabail Ashraf