Leptospirosis is a serious bacterial infection that can affect your kidneys, liver, heart, and nervous system.

It's a zoonotic disease, meaning it can spread from animals to humans. Here's what you should know:

How it spreads:

• Contaminated water or food
• Contact with infected animal urine
• Cuts or scrapes exposed to contaminated soil or water
• Sometimes through inhalation of contaminated droplets

Stages of the disease:

1. Incubation (no symptoms)
2. Early stage
3. Severe stage (organ damage)
4. Recovery

Early symptoms:

• Sudden high fever (up to 104°F)
• Chills
• Severe headache
• Loss of appetite
• Nausea
• Extreme thirst

As the disease progresses:

• Muscle pain (especially in calves)
• Yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice)
• Skin rashes

☝️ Prevention tips:

• Practice good hygiene
• Avoid swimming in potentially contaminated water
• Wear protective clothing when handling animals or working in high-risk areas

Treatment:

• Antibiotics
• Plenty of fluids with electrolytes

Stay safe and healthy! If you suspect you have leptospirosis, seek medical attention immediately. Early treatment is crucial for a full recovery.

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