Dengue Virus

The dengue virus, which is spread by mosquito bites, causes either mild dengue fever or hemorrhagic fever.Mild dengue fever symptoms include muscle and joint pain, as well as the development of rashes.Hemorrhagic fever, if left untreated, can result in severe bleeding, a sharp drop in blood pressure, and even death.

What symptoms does dengue fever present?

Mosquitoes are the only vectors of dengue;It does not pass directly from one person to another.If you have dengue fever, you might also: swollen glands, a rash, bleeding nose or gums, fatigue (feeling very tired), fever (mild to incapacitating), headache pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint pain, nausea, and vomiting. These symptoms can be mild or severe.They typically appear between three and fourteen days after a mosquito bite and last for two to seven days. Dengue can't be cured with a vaccine or specific medication.Dengue fever patients should rest, consume a lot of fluids, and either see a doctor or take paracetamol to lower their temperature.

What are the signs of a severe case of dengue fever?

Severe dengue (dengue hemorrhagic fever) is a potentially fatal complication that primarily affects children. Early detection and treatment by trained doctors and nurses improve survival.If a person has previously had dengue fever, they may develop severe dengue fever. People suffering from severe dengue feel extremely ill and exhibit additional symptoms such as:

• only minor 
• bumps and bruises
• Bleeding noses and bleeding gums
• stomach ache
• breathing problems
• persistent vomiting or poo-containing blood
• confusion
• restlessness
• clammy, cold skin

This is a severe illness that can be fatal. If you suspect you have dengue fever, see your doctor or go to the hospital's emergency room.

Which method is used to diagnose dengue fever?

To determine your condition, your doctor will examine you and talk to you.They might order tests on your blood to see if you have dengue fever.

How does dengue fever get treated?

Dengue fever has no specific treatment. On the other hand, taking painkillers like paracetamol, resting, and drinking a lot of fluids can help ease symptoms. Take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin and ibuprofen only if you have dengue fever. These might make bleeding worse.

What preventative measures can be taken against dengue fever?

A vaccine cannot protect against dengue fever. The best way to avoid mosquito bites is to avoid them. It is especially important to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes if you have a household member who is infected with dengue because they can spread the disease from person to person.

How to Avoid Being Bite by a Mosquito Remain inside during the day and night, when they are most active, to avoid being bitten.Make use of window screens and air conditioning; use mosquito nets in the bedroom. Wear long-sleeved clothing and shoes. Make use of a repellent that contains picaridin or DEET. Drain any standing water you find by checking your home regularly. Mosquitoes reproduce in stagnant water, such as that found in empty containers.