KARACHI (Kashmir English): Another case of rabies has been reported in Karachi, fourth in Sindh this year, the city doctors said on Monday.
The rabies symptoms were reported in Naimat Gul, 75, a resident of Lyari, who was bitten by a stray dog three months ago.
According to doctors, hydrophobia and photophobia, two symptoms of the disease, have emerged in the patient.
Fourth rabies case
It is the fourth case of the virus reported in Sindh this year.
Rabies is a viral disease that causes encephalitis and death in humans and other mammals. Symptoms include fever, confusion, paralysis, and fear of water.
Rabies is a preventable viral disease primarily transmitted through the bite of an infected dog or other animal.
It affects the central nervous system, leading to severe neurological symptoms and, if untreated, can result in death.
The Sindh government has announced to upgrade 300 treatment and prevention centres under the Rabies Control Program.
Chief Secretary Sindh Asif Hyder Shah said that the rabies treatment facilities will be provided across the province at each 10 to 15 kilometers distance.
