COMMON ILLNESSES IN MY REGION GRADE 9TH-2 by Carolina Cardozo

Aprobado/ Malaria (Valentina Cardona and Emily Molina)

2023-06-21 01:42:13 UTC

Causes:
The parasites of the Plasmodium genus that are transmitted through the bite of an infected female mosquito.

Symptoms:
- Fever
- Shaking chills
- General feeling of discomfort
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Muscle or joint pain
- Fatigue
- Fast breathing
- Accelerated heart rate
- Cough

Treatment:
Alternative:
Herbal treatments such as artemisinin and quinine may be effective in the treatment of malaria.

Traditional:The first malaria vaccine, Mosquirix,So far the vaccine has shown 60% efficacy

Prevention;
People should use:
- Long-lasting insecticide
- Treated bed nets for sleeping, use protective clothing, and - Use insect repellents

Conjuntivitis (Luisa Fernanda Orozco Gómez and allinson Yuliet Vergara Rivas ) Aprobado con los cambios

2023-06-21 13:16:16 UTC

DEFINITION
Conjunctivitis is an irritation or inflammation of the conjunctiva that covers the white part of the eyeball. Pinkeye can be extremely contagious and is spread by contact with eye discharge from an infected person.

•Causes
It can be caused by allergies or a bacterial or viral infection.
By contact with contaminated surfaces.
By direct contact with the skin (handshake or hugs)

•Symptoms
Red
Itchy,
Watery eyes.
It can also cause discharge or crusting around the eyes

• Traditional Treatment
Medicines:
Antibiotic and steroid

Alternative Treatment:

Wash all of your sheets.
Take zinc supplements.
Apply cold compresses to your eyes.
Flush your eyes out regularly with clean water.
Get lots of sleep.
Hydrate well to help speed your recovery.

•PREVENTION:
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water.
Personal care
It is important to stop wearing contact lenses during conjunctivitis.

Dengue - Alan Santiago Castrillon Quinayas (aprobado)

2023-06-21 13:20:11 UTC

-Definition

It is a febrile illness affecting infants, children and adults. The infection may be asymptomatic.

-Cause

Dengue is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. It is a disease that affects people of all ages.

-Symptoms

- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Discomfort
- Pain
- Eye Pain

-Treatment (traditional)

- Acetaminophen
- Ibuprofen

- Treatment (alternative)

- Coconut water
- Papaya Leaves
- Barley Tea
- Orange Juice

-Prevention

- Use repellents on uncovered areas of the body.
- Use a Mosquito net
- Wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants.

BACKACHE q

ximenahigidio00 — 2023-06-21 13:22:17 UTC

DEFINITION:
Physical discomfort occurring anywhere in the spine or back that ranges from moderate to disabling.

CAUSE:
Incorrect bending.
Improper lifting, carrying, pushing.
Slouching in chairs.
Standing or bending for long periods of time.
Contorting.
Excessive stretching.
Sitting or driving for long periods without taking a break.

SYMPTOMS:

The main symptom of back pain is discomfort or pain anywhere in the back, and sometimes even in the buttocks and legs.
Some back problems can cause pain in other parts of the body, depending on which nerves are affected.

Weight loss.
Fever.
Inflammation or swelling in the back.
Persistent back pain that is not relieved by rest.
pain in the legs
Difficulty urinating.
Numbness around the genitals.
Numbness around the buttocks.

APROBADO Flu(Jhonatan Hormiga and nicole acuña 9-2)

ejmshormigajhonatan — 2023-06-21 13:24:28 UTC

Causes:
It is caused by a virus that spreads from person to person.

Most people get the flu when they breathe in droplets of air from someone who is coughing or sneezing.

Symptoms:
-Fever* or feeling feverish/chilly.
-Cough.
-Sore throat.
-Runny or stuffy nose.
-Muscle or body pain.
-Headaches.
-Fatigue

Treatment:

The flu is mainly treated with rest and fluids so the body can fight the infection on its own.
Rest.
Taking antipyretics for fever.
Do not force feed.
Take baths with hot water.
The flu is caused by a virus, so antibiotics do not improve Symptoms or speed healing.
Drink warm water with yellow lemon and honey help loosen congestion and prevent dehydration.
Avoid alcohol, coffee and caffeinated soft drinks.

Prevention:

Avoid close contact
Avoid close contact with people who are sick
Stay home if you are sick.
Cover your nose and mouth.
Wash your hands.
Avoid touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
Practice other good healthy habits.

Headache(Danna Sofía rodríguez Fernández Felipe Garrido) Revisado, faltò el tratamiento

sofiarf2108 — 2023-06-21 17:16:11 UTC

DEFINITION

A headache is a pain or discomfort in the head, scalp or neck.

Causes:
It may be related to stress, depression, anxiety, head trauma, or keeping the head and neck in an abnormal position.

Symptoms:

Nausea
vomiting.
Dizziness.
Blurry vision.
Sensitivity to light or sounds.
Fever.
Difficulty for moving or speaking.
Pain that increases with physical activity.

PREVENTION
1.Avoid excessive use of medications.
2.Get enough sleep.
3.Don't skip meals.
4.Exercise regularly.
5.Reduce stress
6.Reduce caffeine.

Treatment

Medications that may reduce headache pain include aspirin, acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Resting in a darkened room may also help. Dengue fever warning: If you think you may have dengue fever, consult your doctor and avoid taking aspirin or ibuprofen.

EARACHE (joel santiago vasquez , Danna liced celis)

2023-06-21 17:18:51 UTC

Causes:
- jaw arthritis
-acute ear infetion
-chroic ear infetion
-ear injury due to presure chage
(by great heights)
-stuck objects or wax buildup
-hole in the typano
-sinus infetion
-sore throat

yellow fever

ejmsganansofia — 2023-06-21 17:21:23 UTC

Yellow fever is an acute, hemorrhagic viral disease trafected mosquitoesnsmitted by in.

causses:
Yellow fever is caused by an arbovirus (a virus transmitted by arthropods, such as mosquitoes, ticks and other vectors) that is transmitted to humans by the bite of infected Aedes and Haemagogus mosquitoes.

Symptoms:
-starts with a high fever
-chills
-headache

can also present
-muscle aches and pains
-nausea and vomiting

Prevention

La fiebre amarilla puede prevenirse con una vacuna muy eficaz, segura y asequible. Una sola dosis es suficiente para conferir inmunidad y protección de por vida,

COLD-Laura Barona and Esteban Beltrán

baronalaura987 — 2023-06-21 17:24:22 UTC

°CAUSES
There are many causes, but the most common cause is RINOVIRUS, it enters our system through the mouth, eyes, nose, it spreads when a person sneezes in front of us.

°SYMPTOMS
Some symptoms are;
-Sneezing.
- Runny nose.
- Sore throat .
- Body aches
- Nasal congestion.

°TREATMENT
The most common treatments for the common cold are:
- Drinking plenty of fluids.
- Blowing your nostrils.
- Being in a clean and cool environment, getting adequate rest.
Some common remedies include:
- Warm water with lemon and honey to help loosen congestion.
- Drinking water to help prevent dehydration.

°PREVENTION
To prevent a cold, it is advised that:
-If you are hot, do not take a shower since the change of weather can also affect us.
_ Avoid having a person with a cold or flu sneeze in our face or very close.
- Avoid eating or drinking from the same container that the person with a cold drinks from.

Migrane: luisa muñoz

luisafm1005 — 2023-06-21 17:25:17 UTC

Causes:
- Caffeine withdrawal.
- Changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle in women or with the use of birth control pills.
- Changes in sleep patterns, such as not getting enough sleep.
- Drinking alcohol.
- Exercise or other physical stress.
- Loud noises or bright lights

Symptoms:
- severe throbbing headache
- nausea
- vomiting,
- sensitivity to light and noise
- insomnia
- old age or depression

Treatment:

Traditional:
-Preventive and analgesic medications can control migraines

Alternative:
-Place a cold cloth over the head.
-Avoid smoking or drinking coffee or caffeinated beverages.
-Herbal supplements

Prevention:
- Regular sleep and exercise
- Gradually decrease the amount of caffeine you drink every day
- Stop smoking and drinking alcohol
- Learn and practice stress management

Migrane - Katalina Solarte

katalinasolartevalencia — 2023-06-21 17:25:27 UTC

Causes:

- Caffeine withdrawal.
- Changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle in women or with the use of birth control pills.
- Changes in sleep patterns, such as not getting enough sleep.
- Drinking alcohol.
- Exercise or other physical stress.
- Loud noises or bright lights.

Symptoms:

- Severe, throbbing y headache.
- Nausea.
- Vomiting.
- Sensitivity to light and noise.
- Insomnia.
- Old age or depression.

Treatment:

- Traditional:
- Preventive and analgesic medications can control migraines.

Alternative:
- Place a cold cloth over the head.
- Avoid smoking or driking coffee or caffeinated beverages.
- Herbal supplements.

Prevention:
- Regular sleep and exercise
- Gradually decrease the amount of caffeine you drink every day
- Stop smoking and drinking alcohol
- Learn and practice stress management

allergy- victor manuel cortes castillo

vc0678960 — 2023-06-21 17:27:06 UTC

causes

Airborne allergens, such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, and mold.

Certain foods, especially peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soybeans, fish, shellfish, eggs, and milk.

Insect stings, such as bee or wasp stings

symptoms
-Nasal congestion
-Rhinorrhea (increased nasal mucus)
-Sneezing
-Tearing and eye redness
-Dry coughChest tightness when breathing
 -Pitching when breathing
-Shortness of breath

treatment traditional
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COVID-19 ( David Salas and Valery Gomez ) Aprobado

alejosalas1309 — 2023-06-21 17:29:43 UTC

DEFINITION:
It is a highly contagious respiratory disease that is transmitted from one person to another in droplets that are dispersed when the infected person coughs, sneezes or talks.

CAUSES:
Caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This disease can be transmitted by touching a surface with the virus on it and then putting your hands to your mouth, nose or eyes.

SYMPTOMS:
Most common symptoms
-Fever
-Cough
-Fatigue
-Loss of taste and smell
Less common symptoms
-Sore throat
-Headache
-Aches and pains
-Skin rash or discoloration of the fingers or toes
-Red or irritated eyes.
-Diarrhea
Severe symptoms
-Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
-Loss of speech or mobility, or confusion
-Chest pain

Allergy - Juan Esteban Torijano Ramirez

ramirezjuanes28 — 2023-06-21 20:06:06 UTC

-Definition

An allergy is a reaction of your immune system to something that does not bother most other people. People with allergies are usually sensitive to more than one thing.

-Cause

Allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance (such as pollen, bee venom or pet dander) or food that does not cause a reaction in most people.

-Symptoms

-Nasal congestion
-Rhinorrhea (increased nasal mucus)
-Sneezing
-Tearing and reddening of the eyes
-Dry cough
-Chest tightness when breathing
-Pitching when breathing
-Shortness of breath

-Treatment (alternative)

-Green tea
-Yogurt and honey
-Thyme.
-turmeric.
-Ginger.
-Onion.
-Natural yogurt.

treatment (traditional)

-Cetirizine
-Desloratadine
-Fexofenadine
-Levocetirizine
-Loratadine

-Prevention

Tertiary prevention can be carried out through allergen avoidance or with pharmacological treatment (preventive medication and/or immunotherapy).

Dengue - Alan Santiago Castrillon Quinayas.

alancastrillon6 — 2023-06-22 17:03:14 UTC

fernandagomez0819 — 2023-06-22 17:03:58 UTC

Conjuntivitis (Luisa Fernanda Orozco Gómez and allinson Yuliet Vergara Rivas )

Conjunctivitis is an irritation or inflammation of the conjunctiva that covers the white part of the eyeball. It can be caused by allergies or a bacterial or viral infection. Pinkeye can be extremely contagious and is spread by contact with eye discharge from an infected person.

•Causes
By contact with contaminated surfaces.
By direct contact with the skin (handshake or hugs)

•Symptoms
A self-diagnosis can usually be performed
Symptoms include red, itchy, and watery eyes. It can also cause discharge or crusting around the eyes

•Treatment
Treatment consists of personal care
It is important to stop wearing contact lenses during conjunctivitis. It often goes away on its own

• Traditional Treatment
Medicines:
Antibiotic ando steroid

Dengue (Lorena Borrero) Revisado con algunas modificaciones

ejmsborrerolorena — 2023-06-22 17:11:45 UTC

Causes:
Dengue fever is caused by any of the four dengue viruses. Dengue fever is transmitted through mosquito bites.

The two types of mosquitoes that most often spread the dengue virus are common in and around human dwellings. When a mosquito bites a person infected with a dengue virus, the virus enters the mosquito. Then, when the infected mosquito bites another person, the virus enters the person's bloodstream and causes an infection.

Symptoms:
Many people do not have any signs or symptoms of a dengue infection.
High fever 40 degrees Celsius
*Headache
*Muscle, bone or joint pains
*Nausea
*Vomiting
*Pain behind the eyes
*Swollen glands
*Rash

Most people recover in about a week. In some cases, symptoms get worse and can be life-threatening. This is called severe dengue, dengue hemorrhagic fever, or dengue shock syndrome.
*Intense stomach pain
*Persistent vomiting
Bleeding from the gums or nose *Bloody in the urine, nose, or mouth
Blood in the urine, stool or vomit *Blood in the urine, stool or vomit
Bleeding under the skin, which may look like a bruise (hematoma) *Bleeding under the skin, which may look like a bruise *(hematoma)
*Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
*Fatigue
*Irritability or restlessness

Alternative Treatment:
Home remedies such as:
chamomile tea, peppermint tea and even St. John's wort tea can be used because they have properties that reduce muscle pain, fever and headache.

There are also teas that should be avoided for example. Ginger tea.

Traditional Treatment:
There is no specific treatment for dengue fever.
Follow-up care in a hospital
Intravenous fluids and electrolyte replacement
Blood pressure monitoring
Transfusion to replace blood loss
Over-the-counter acetaminophen (Tylenol and others) may help reduce muscle aches and fever.
But if you have dengue, you should avoid other over-the-counter pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB and others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). These pain relievers can increase the risk of dengue bleeding.

Prevention:
Use repellents on uncovered areas of the body.
Wear appropriate clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
Use mosquito nets or canopies on beds.
Drink plenty of fluids.

cough

hannamichel93sv — 2023-06-22 17:23:08 UTC

treatments

Liquids, lozenges, cough drops, steamy showers can help relieve a cough. Medicines can also help.

natural cough prevention

tea with honey
ginger
Salt water gargle

alternative preventions

cough drops
acetaminophen
paracetamoln

Guaifenesin

EARACHE ( JOEL SANTIAGO VASQUEZ , DANNA LICED CELIS

lldannacccelisc — 2023-06-22 17:29:37 UTC

causes
-jaw arthritis.
-acute ear.
-chronic ear infection.
-ear idurg due to presure
chage (dy great heights)
-stuck objects or max builup.
-hole in the eardrum.
-sinus infection.
-sobre throat.

symptoms
-pulling or tugging on one ear
-sleep desorders
-concerm
-.difficulty hearing or breathing
-loss of balance
-fever

Treatment

-Place a cold compress or cool wet cloths on the outer ear for 20 minutes to reduce pain.

-Chewing can help relieve pain and pressure from an ear infection.
 
-Resting in an upright position instead of lying down can reduce pressure in the middle ear.

it also depends on the condition.

prevention
-Avoid smoking Bear children
-prevent ese infection by avoiding putting objects on objects inside.

yellow fever

2023-06-22 23:42:13 UTC

Treatment

There is no specific treatment for the disease, but it consists of controlling the symptoms and limiting the complications

traditional treatment

As there is no specific treatment for yellow fever, only supportive measures to combat fever and dehydration. Associated bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics

Preventive treatment

crib is the most important preventative measure and it is safe, affordable and highly effective. It provides effective immunity within 30 days for 99% of vaccinated persons and a single dose is sufficient to confer sustained immunity and lifelong protection against the disease.

Treatments

jp2818688 — 2023-06-23 01:59:41 UTC

Traditional Treatments:
Traditional treatment for back pain may include:
-Rest.
- Stretching.
- Medication and physical therapy.
- Use the relievers over the pain.
- Epidural injections and surgery in more severe cases.
- Maintaining good posture and regular exercise.

Alternative treatments for back pain:
1. Acupuncture
2. Chiropractic
3. Yoga
4. Massage
5. Heat or cold therapy
It is important to seek medical attention if the pain is severe or persistent

Preventions
How to prevent back pain:
1. Maintain good posture.
2. Perform back strengthening exercises.
3. Maintain a healthy weight.
4. Avoid sitting for long periods of time.
5. Wear comfortable and appropriate footwear.
6. Lifting objects in an appropriate manner.
7. Control stress.
Remember to seek medical attention if the pain persists or is very intense.

cough (michell herrera and hannah cepeda)

ejmsherreramichell — 2023-06-23 13:50:03 UTC

definition

The cough is not due to a disease as such, although it can be annoying, the cough helps keep the body healthy.

Causes

Allergies involving the nose,
asthma or chronic bronchitis,
The common cold and flu.
Lung infections such as pneumonia

symptoms

nasal congestion.
Frequent throat clearing and sore throat.
Hoarseness.
difficulty breathing.
Heartburn or sour taste in the mouth.
In rare cases, coughing up blood.

COVID-19 Valery Gómez (aprobado)

2023-06-29 17:01:55 UTC

Médical treatments:
To avoid it:
*use of tabocco
*use of alcohol
*Latex gloves
If you already have it:
*Full isolation
*Vaccine against the virus

Home Treatments
To avoid it:
*Handwashing
*Take off your shoes to enter the house
*Take off clothes when you enter the house
If you already have it:
*Drink hot drinks
*Do not go out.