Increased cases of diarrhea in Karachi

Diarrhea cases have increased in Karachi.

dr. Irfan, in-charge of emergency at Jinnah Hospital, said a 10% increase is seen in diarrhea cases than normal, with a larger increase reported after Ramadan.

He said 25 to 30 cases of diarrhea and stomach ache are reported daily at Jinnah Hospital.

Dr Irfan says diarrhea can be life-threatening due to multiple disorders.

Medical experts said water should be boiled to prevent diarrhea and gastroenteritis.