Child in Davao City Died of Meningococcemia – DOH
DOH – The Department of Health confirmed that a child in Davao City died of the contagious disease, meningococcemia.
One of the most serious health conditions that need a very strict medical attention is meningococcemia. It is an infection caused by a virus targeting the membranes of the brain and the spinal cord.
Meningococcemia is contagious. It can really cost a life if not urgently addressed with the needed medical intervention. Children are more prone to this condition that can be transmitted through sneezing and coughing.
Recently, a child in Davao City became a victim of meningococcemia. Based on a report on ABS-CBN News, the cause of the death of the child was confirmed by the Department of Health (DOH).
The said disease usually occurs during the months where cold weather is prevailing in the country. It can lead to the failure of the organs to function properly and then to severe disability then the passing of a person.
Based on the report, the family and the neighbors of the child who died in Davao City of meningococcemia were already given antibiotics. It is to prevent them from acquiring the said contagious health condition.
Based on an article on Healthline, the initial symptoms of meningococcemia are common health warning signs. Here is a list of the initial symptoms:
- nausea
- fever
- rash with small spots
- headache
- anxiety
- irritability
If the condition has progressed, more serious symptoms may be detected or appear. Based on the article, here is a list of the signs showing the meningococcemia has progressed:
- shock
- blood clots
- lethargy
- patches of bleeding under the skin