Terrible virus spreading in Africa, know what is Dinga-Dinga disease
News Update January 04, 2025 08:24 AM

Dinga Dinga virus: After the Corona epidemic, many new and strange viruses have knocked in the world, about which people are worried. Now in Uganda, Africa, another mysterious disease has shocked everyone, whose name is Dinga-Dinga. People infected with this virus feel abnormal movements in the body, due to which they have difficulty in walking and the body starts shaking suddenly. This disease has mostly affected the women and girls of Bundibugyo district there.

Dinga-Dinga disease was first detected in Uganda in 2023. Even doctors are surprised to see its symptoms and effects. The reason for the spread of this virus is not completely clear yet, but the local administration has advised the people of the affected areas to remain alert. In this article, we will learn about Dinga-Dinga disease in detail, and will also discuss its effects and treatment measures.

Symptoms of Dinga-Dinga disease

Dinga-Dinga disease includes sudden tremors in the body, difficulty in walking and violent shaking of body parts. People affected by this disease start doing such movements which look like dance. However, this disease is not limited to physical activities only, rather the victims are also facing problems like high fever, weakness and in some serious cases, paralysis.

Disease seen more in women

According to doctors, in this disease the control of the body is completely lost and the victim feels that his body is not under his control. This disease is being seen especially among women and girls, in which more than 300 cases have been reported. However, no death has been reported so far.

Causes and treatment of Dinga-Dinga virus

The reason for the spread of Dinga-Dinga disease has not been clear yet, but doctors are continuously researching it. Antibiotics are being given to patients keeping in mind the symptoms of the disease. Doctors are taking samples and sending them to the Health Ministry to identify the virus of this disease.

Warning in affected areas

Dinga-Dinga disease was first reported in the Bundibugyo district of Uganda, and is now slowly spreading to other areas. Health experts have advised affected people not to ignore any unusual symptoms and seek medical help immediately. This virus has not come under control yet, so the administration has asked people to remain alert.

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