One more child dies with measles in Mymensingh

A 10-month-old child with symptoms consistent with measles died at Mymensingh Medical College Hospital on Wednesday. The total number of child deaths cases with measles rises to 16 this year.

The child, who passed away, was admitted to the hospital’s isolation ward on April 18 from Trishal upazila with measles-like symptoms.

He died on Wednesday night due to pneumonia and respiratory failure, said Associate Professor Dr Mohammad Golam Mawla, focal person of the measles isolation ward.

During the period, 27 new suspected measles patients were admitted, while 47 others were discharged after recovery. Currently, 65 children are receiving treatment.

Assistant Director (Administration) Dr Mohammad Mainuddin Khan said three medical teams have been formed to manage the situation and ensure treatment for all patients.

He, however, noted that a lack of manpower and equipment has prevented the launch of ICU for children at the hospital.

Since March 17, a total of 748 children have been admitted with symptoms consistent with measles. Of them, 667 have recovered and returned home, while 16 have died.

Due to a shortage of beds in the isolation ward, many patients are being treated on the floor and in hospital verandas.

Currently, Bubble CPAP support is being used to treat critically ill children.