Dinga Disease:
A mysterious illness locally referred to as “Dinga Dinga”, has wrecked havoc in Uganda.
- It is locally called ‘Dinga Dinga’, meaning ‘shaking like dancing’.
- It is predominantly impacting women and girls, is characterized by fever and excessive body shaking. It is severely impairing mobility and in severe cases people are also experiencing paralysis.
- The cause of Dinga Dinga remains a mystery. Despite efforts to identify the virus responsible, health experts have yet to pinpoint its source.
- The symptoms of Dinga Dinga are as unusual as they are distressing:
- Uncontrollable body shaking: The most striking feature of the illness is violent, involuntary movements that resemble dancing.
- Fever and extreme weakness: Patients often report high fever and overwhelming fatigue.
- Paralysis-like immobility: Some experience a sensation of paralysis, with even basic movements like walking becoming impossible.
- Treatment: The illness is currently being treated with antibiotics.
