TOKYO, Oct 10 (News On Japan) –
Tokyo has confirmed its first case of a canine contaminated with extreme fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS), a probably deadly illness transmitted by ticks. It is the primary time an animal an infection has been recorded within the capital.
SFTS is primarily unfold via tick bites and may trigger fever, coughing, vomiting, and different signs in each people and animals. In extreme instances, the sickness might be deadly.
According to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, the canine — stored as a pet within the metropolis — developed signs comparable to vomiting and diarrhea final month. When the proprietor examined the animal, they discovered a tick connected to its physique. Subsequent testing confirmed an infection with SFTS.
The canine died on September 27. Authorities mentioned the animal had pre-existing well being situations, and it’s unclear whether or not SFTS was the direct explanation for demise.
Until now, there have been solely two confirmed instances of human an infection with SFTS in Tokyo. The newest case marks the primary detection in an animal. The metropolitan authorities is urging folks to take precautions outdoor — together with utilizing tick repellents and checking each themselves and their pets rigorously — to keep away from being bitten.
Source: TBS