With the first signs of spring, our vigilance increases and we are rightly reminded of the existence of ticks. Although awareness of the consequences of a single bite is growing year on year, few people know that ticks not only carry the dangerous Lyme disease, but also the tick-borne encephalitis virus (TBE). As few as one in six ticks can be infected with KZM and thus pose a serious threat to our brain. This virus infects the structures of the central nervous system and can cause meningitis and encephalitis, resulting in disability and even death. There is no cure for SHE, so if you want to enjoy the outdoors without fear, the only effective method of protection is vaccination.
NGS a major cause of neuroinfection. Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral disease that is the most frequently reported cause of viral neuroinfections in Poland. In Europe, more than 10 000 cases and hospitalisations (several hundred severe cases) are registered annually for the central European type of TBE[2]. The virus enters the human body soon after the bite, as it is found in the salivary glands of ticks. Therefore, even if one manages to quickly remove this arachnid from the skin, the bite itself can lead to infection. Despite educational measures, there is still little public awareness of the consequences of a TBE infection and the possibilities of prevention. For this reason, on the initiative of patient organisations, research centres and health institutions 30 March is the national day for awareness of the NCDs, which is intended to draw attention to this health problem.
When does the MCS become dangerous to our brain. The HZM virus is an insidious disease and there are several scenarios for its course. These range from harmless flu-like symptoms to central nervous system lesions. Complications as a result of KZM virus infection occur in up to one in two 58% patients who develop the neurological phase of the disease. Psychiatric complications (including depression, concentration and memory disorders) can occur, and in children, MCS can cause long-term sequelae including learning, concentration and behavioural problems.- The disease can run a mild course, but also with central nervous system involvement. Its severe course is particularly dangerous for children, as their brain is in the process of developing, maturing. Even its slight damage can have enormous consequences for children in the future. - explains Prof. Dr. med. Joanna Zajkowska from the Department of Infectious Diseases and Neuroinfection, University Clinical Hospital in Bialystok.
The most serious complications of CFS include paralysis and paresis. These complications can even result in disability. In such cases, rehabilitation takes a long time and the complications are sometimes irreversible. The virus can therefore have a long-term negative impact on physical fitness and ability to work.[6] - Motor damage caused by complications can be compensated to some extent by rehabilitation. With a few cycles of rehabilitation, it is possible to improve the mobility of the limbs but not to regain full function. Damage such as muscle atrophy cannot be 'repaired' at all. The muscle mass does not rebuild, making the limbs weaker. This cannot be rehabilitated - says Dr. Zajkowska.
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