Other things to Consider
In addition to the preceding list, there are a number of other precautions to
bear in mind while visiting Thailand:
- Excessive sun exposure can cause skin damage and/or skin cancer. Please,
always wear sunscreen when outdoors.
- Visiting the tropics with a fever is a serious matter. If you or anyone near
you comes down with a fever, please remember that it may not be a brief, mild,
self-limited illness. In the event of a persistent or severe fever, especially
if accompanied by diarrhea, vomiting, or jaundice, please seek medical attention
immediately.
- Those affected by motion sickness can minimize the effects by gazing at
a stable external reference point. If you are on a boat, staring at the
horizon will usually ease discomfort. If inside a car, try staring straight
down at the road. You can also minimize discomfort by holding rigidly to the
vehicle in motion, instead of allowing yourself to be tossed back and forth
inside.
- It is recommended that people traveling to Thailand have up-to-date
vaccinations against tetanus, polio, and hepatitis-A. For children it is
advisable to bring vaccination documentation in the event of illness.
- Those that have experienced illnesses while in tropical areas, such as
diarrhea and fever, or have been exposed to a high-risk disease for even a
short period of time, should undergo a specific screening procedure before
or after returning home. Long-term travelers and expatriates living in the
tropics should also consider undergoing a screening test from time to time,
as examinations often reveal hidden or unexpected diseases lying dormant.
- Finally, it is normal for your feet and ankles to swell after a long flight;
there is no need to be alarmed.
For more information, please contact
International Medical Center
Tel. (662) 310 3102
Email : info@bangkokhospital.com