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Jair Bolsonaro He was hospitalized again, this weekend, in Manaus (AM). The former president of Brazil, who was at Santa Júlia Hospital, in the center of the state capital, suffers from erysipelas, a skin infection. The information was confirmed by the politician’s team.
He was admitted to the hospital on Saturday (4), and was released, but returned to the hospital the following day after his symptoms worsened. According to Eduardo Bolsonaro, his father would be transferred to Hopital Vila Nova Star, in São Paulo, this Monday (6).
It is worth remembering that this is not the first time that the 69-year-old veteran has been affected by the health problem. In November 2022, Jair Bolsonaro canceled part of his schedule due to erysipelasshortly after the defeat against Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (PT) in the presidential elections.
– I am admitted to Hospital Santa Júlia in Manaus (center).
– Erysipelas is still not expected to be discharged.
– A hug to everyone.– Jair Bolsonaro.
– May 5th, 4:30 pm.— Jair M. Bolsonaro (@jairbolsonaro) May 5, 2024
WHAT IS ERYSIPELA?
Erysipelas is a skin infection, that is, it appears on the skin. It is caused by the entry of external bacteria into the body, usually through small injuries, such as insect bites, chilblains and nail fungus.
With the infectious process, the patient’s skin becomes a victim of lesions and wounds, which can cause swelling and itching. Erysipelas brings other common symptoms, such as chills, high fever, weakness, headache and nausea are common symptoms in people with erysipelas.
If not treated correctly, it can cause widespread infections. People with uncompensated diabetes, venous insufficiency in the lower limbs and people with low immunity are at greater risk of contracting the infection.
Erisipela also caused the hospitalization of journalist Evaristo Costa
TREATMENT
Treatment against erysipelas involves the use of antibiotics, which act against the bacteria responsible for the infection. Medical procedures to reduce swelling and itching, such as massage and facials, are also used.
Normally, the patient must rest to facilitate treatment. Local hygienic care for wounds is also necessary. Such measures are adopted in order to provide greater well-being to the victim of the infection.
It is worth mentioning that not even correct treatment prevents the return of erysipelas in future opportunities, as is the case of Jair Bolsonaro, who became a victim again. The history of the disease, in fact, is one of the facilitators for new cases.
