We’ve looked into the cause of Dengue Fever and ways to prevent it. Unfortunately Dengue Fever happens. They best way to fight the infection is known better about it and act fast.
If you contract Dengue Fever, symptoms usually begin about four to seven days after the initial infection. In many cases, symptoms will be mild, that’s why they may be mistaken for symptoms of flu or other infections. Young children and people who have never experienced infection may have a milder illness than older children and adults. Symptoms of Dengue Fever generally last for about ten days, which can include high fever, severe headache, severe pain behind eyes, joint and muscle pain, skin rash appearing between the second and the fifth day after the initial fever, nausea and vomiting, bleeding manifestation and low white cell count. However, some people who have Dengue Fever can develop a more serious form of disease known as Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever, The symptoms of Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever can trigger dengue shock syndrome. Dengue shock syndrome is severe, and can lead to excessive bleeding and even death. Go immediately to an emergency room if symptoms like severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, sweaty and difficulty breathing appear.
To diagnose Dengue Fever, doctors usually use blood tests to check for viral antibodies or the presence of infection. If you experience dengue symptoms after being bitten by mosquitoes, you should be aware, notify your doctor and check if you are infected.
There is no specific medication for treatment of a dengue infection. If you believe you may be infected with Dengue Fever, you can use pain relievers to to reduce your fever, headache, and joint pain. However, aspirin and ibuprofen can cause more bleeding and should be avoided. And you should rest and drink plenty of fluids. If you feel worse after the first 24 hours of illness, once your fever has gone down, you should see a healthcare provider as soon as possible to check for complications.
