Dengue fever symptoms
Dengue fever symptoms and treatment
Let's know the symptoms of dengue fever-
Classical dengue infection usually results in high fever and severe pain in the body (especially bones, back, joints, and muscles). Fever up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit. Sometimes the pain is so intense that it feels like the bones are breaking. So another name of this fever is 'break bone fever'.
Within four or five days of fever, a skin rash that looks like an allergy or scratch appears all over the body. A rash can cause a drop in blood pressure. It is accompanied by nausea. Fever causes the patient to feel excessively tired and lose appetite.
Sometimes bleeding starts from different parts of the body; For example: under the skin, through the nose and mouth, from the gums and teeth, with phlegm, vomiting blood, fresh blood or black stool with stool, blood in the eyes and outside the eyes. In girls, irregular menstruation or bleeding can last for many days.
The worst form of dengue fever is dengue shock syndrome. Dengue hemorrhagic fever with circulatory failure leads to dengue shock syndrome.
This results in-
The pulse becomes very weak and rapid.
Hands and feet and other parts of the body become cold.
Decreased urination.
The patient may suddenly lose consciousness.
Dengue fever test:
Diagnosis of dengue fever is possible through microbiological testing. Blood CBC (Complete Blood Count) and dengue NSWAN test are given at the onset of fever. Besides white blood cells, hematocrit, platelet count, blood albumin, liver enzyme SGPT, alkaline phosphatase.
It is also necessary to test etc.
Although 30 to 35 percent of cases have dengue in the early stages of the disease, this test report may be negative. In that case, the doctor's observation should be given importance
Treatment of dengue fever:
Most patients with dengue fever usually get better on their own within five to 10 days. However, the patient must follow the doctor's instructions.
Dengue fever results in plasma leakage, or a decrease in the liquid portion of the blood. There is a risk of lowering the patient's blood pressure. For this, give the patient plenty of canned water, Orsaline, lemon syrup at regular intervals. Dab water contains minerals or electrolytes, which are very useful in dengue fever.
Adequate rest (during fever and one week after fever)
Feed glucose, rice starch, barley, home made fruit juice, soup etc.
Paracetamol tablets-
For adults 2 every 6/8 hours.
Warning-
Avoid taking medicines like aspirin for body pain if you are suffering from dengue fever. Because there is a risk of sudden bleeding.
During the treatment, the patient must stay inside the mosquito net all the time.
Also-
1. If you have a high fever, you can take a bath with lukewarm water. The temperature of the water will be two degrees lower than your body temperature. Bathing in a bathtub or shower is best. But don't soak for more than 15 to 20 minutes. After showering, quickly wipe off the water with a dry towel.
2. If it is not possible to take a bath, you can sponge the skin of the body. Soak a clean cotton cloth in the water of the pot and take it. The water temperature will be normal (not hot or ice-cold). Now wipe the whole body with this wet cloth. After wiping with a wet cloth, remove the water with a dry cloth.
Foods to eat at home if the initial symptoms of dengue fever appear-
1. Herbal and green tea are very beneficial in fever. This herbal tea can be made by mixing a piece of ginger, cardamom, cloves or some honey in the tea. Mix two spoons of apple cider vinegar and one spoon of honey in a cup of water and drink it two to three times a day. It is very helpful in maintaining normal body temperature.
2. Fever increases the metabolism of the body. It requires extra calories. So try to eat easily digestible food during this time. Try eating fruit juice or fruit. Especially vitamin C-rich fruits, such as: oranges, melons, lemons, grapefruits, pineapples, etc. Vitamin C will help prevent disease.
3. A variety of herbal foods have benefits; For example, papaya leaves are very useful in curing dengue as they help to increase microcirculation. In addition, papaya leaves contain a large amount of complex vitamins that destroy the larvae of mosquitoes that carry the virus. After consumption of papaya leaf juice, the platelet count doubled on the first day and the platelet count returned to normal on the 5th day.
To make papaya leaf juice, young papaya leaves should be washed and removed from the veins.
Then grind it to extract the juice.
Mix 25 milliliters or 5 teaspoons of leaf juice in a glass of water and take two spoonfuls twice a day (morning and evening).
4. Drink water soaked in neem leaves. This results in an increase in platelets and white blood cells. It also makes the immune system more efficient.
5. During this time, let the dengue sufferer eat plenty of vegetables like carrot, tomato, cucumber etc. Because it contains more water. Broccoli is one of the sources of vitamin K, which reduces the risk of bleeding in dengue.
6. Different types of soups for dengue patients every day; For example, give vegetable soup, tomato soup, chicken soup or corn soup. This will fulfill the water requirement, as well as ensure nutrition. Apart from this, feed soft boiled food, barley, porridge etc.
7. Dengue infection increases SGPT (Serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase) in the liver. So avoid eating foods with extra spices and fatty oils. However, the diet must contain essential non-vegetables.
Dengue can be complicated in children, elderly and pregnant women. Those who have been affected before, have more complications if they are affected a second time. Such patients can easily suffer from dengue shock syndrome. So children, elderly and pregnant mothers need special precautions. But remember, dengue does not spread through drinking mother's milk.
What can be done to prevent dengue fever?
Keep bushes, forests, water bodies etc. around the house clean.
The Aedes mosquito mainly lays its eggs in stagnant clear water. So throw vases, unused pots, abandoned tyres, plastic containers, plastic drums, earthen pots, tin pots, discarded can shells, containers, matkas, battery shells, polythene, packets of chips etc.
Make sure that water does not accumulate under the aquarium, refrigerator or air conditioner.
Aedes mosquitoes usually bite in the morning and evening. So cover your body well with clothes and go out. Use mosquito repellent if necessary. Use nets on the doors and windows of the house.
Try sleeping with mosquito nets or coils lit during the day.
Various street islands feature flower tubs, plants, reservoirs, etc. for beautification. Rainwater may accumulate here. Be careful about mosquito breeding in these places.
Use mosquito repellent cream on the body if possible.
Plant basil near the window. The herbal ingredients of this plant are very useful to repel mosquitoes.
Camphor is also very effective in repelling mosquitoes. Close the doors and windows and keep camphor inside the room. After 20 minutes you will see that the mosquito is completely gone.
Treatment of dengue fever in children:
In children, dengue infection causes symptoms such as red eyes, cough or difficulty breathing. Shock syndrome in a child due to dengue can cause swelling of the abdomen or bleeding from different parts of the body, such as vomiting blood, passing blood in the stool, etc.
Doctors usually recommend tests like Complete Blood Count (CBC), NS One Antigen, FGPT and FGOT etc. if the child has early symptoms of dengue.
If the condition is severe, blood tests are done along with chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasonography, measurement of electrolyte levels. Also, if urine is not available, creatinine levels are checked. At this time, there is a danger that children's hands and feet will be colder than usual or the body will become unconscious and become dull. In this case, it is very important to be under the supervision of a doctor or hospital.
If fluid accumulates in the body due to plasma leakage, albumin is administered to the body through saline. This treatment is given when the patient goes into shock syndrome.
If the baby's blood platelets fall below 5,000 to 10,000 or hemostasis occurs, the baby needs to be kept in the ICU and given platelets.
As an extra precaution against dengue, keep children in full sleeves and full pants. If the condition is under control, it is possible to bring the child to full recovery with intensive care at home.
Can Dengue Fever be treated with antibiotics?
No, Dengue Fever is caused by a virus, and antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections.
Are Dengue vaccines available for everyone?
Currently, Dengue vaccines are recommended for specific age groups and regions with a high prevalence of the disease.
Is Dengue Fever fatal in all cases?
While most cases are mild, severe Dengue Fever can be life-threatening. Early detection and proper medical care significantly reduce the risk of fatality.
Can Dengue Fever recur in the same individual?
Yes, Dengue Fever can recur, and subsequent infections may be more severe. Mosquito control and preventive measures are crucial for avoiding reinfection.
What role does climate change play in the spread of Dengue Fever?
Climate change influences the distribution of Aedes mosquitoes, affecting the geographical prevalence of Dengue Fever.
Dengue fever results in plasma leakage, or a decrease in the liquid portion of the blood. There is a risk of lowering the patient's blood pressure. For this, give the patient plenty of canned water, Orsaline, lemon syrup at regular intervals. Dab water contains minerals or electrolytes, which are very useful in dengue fever.
While at home-
Adequate rest (during fever and one week after fever)
Feed glucose, rice starch, barley, home made fruit juice, soup etc.
Paracetamol tablets-
For adults 2 every 6/8 hours.
Warning-
Avoid taking medicines like aspirin for body pain if you are suffering from dengue fever. Because there is a risk of sudden bleeding.
During the treatment, the patient must stay inside the mosquito net all the time.
Also-
1. If you have a high fever, you can take a bath with lukewarm water. The temperature of the water will be two degrees lower than your body temperature. Bathing in a bathtub or shower is best. But don't soak for more than 15 to 20 minutes. After showering, quickly wipe off the water with a dry towel.
2. If it is not possible to take a bath, you can sponge the skin of the body. Soak a clean cotton cloth in the water of the pot and take it. The water temperature will be normal (not hot or ice-cold). Now wipe the whole body with this wet cloth. After wiping with a wet cloth, remove the water with a dry cloth.
Foods to eat at home if the initial symptoms of dengue fever appear-
1. Herbal and green tea are very beneficial in fever. This herbal tea can be made by mixing a piece of ginger, cardamom, cloves or some honey in the tea. Mix two spoons of apple cider vinegar and one spoon of honey in a cup of water and drink it two to three times a day. It is very helpful in maintaining normal body temperature.
2. Fever increases the metabolism of the body. It requires extra calories. So try to eat easily digestible food during this time. Try eating fruit juice or fruit. Especially vitamin C-rich fruits, such as: oranges, melons, lemons, grapefruits, pineapples, etc. Vitamin C will help prevent disease.
3. A variety of herbal foods have benefits; For example, papaya leaves are very useful in curing dengue as they help to increase microcirculation. In addition, papaya leaves contain a large amount of complex vitamins that destroy the larvae of mosquitoes that carry the virus. After consumption of papaya leaf juice, the platelet count doubled on the first day and the platelet count returned to normal on the 5th day.
How to make papaya leaf juice to cure dengue-
To make papaya leaf juice, young papaya leaves should be washed and removed from the veins.
Then grind it to extract the juice.
Mix 25 milliliters or 5 teaspoons of leaf juice in a glass of water and take two spoonfuls twice a day (morning and evening).
4. Drink water soaked in neem leaves. This results in an increase in platelets and white blood cells. It also makes the immune system more efficient.
5. During this time, let the dengue sufferer eat plenty of vegetables like carrot, tomato, cucumber etc. Because it contains more water. Broccoli is one of the sources of vitamin K, which reduces the risk of bleeding in dengue.
6. Different types of soups for dengue patients every day; For example, give vegetable soup, tomato soup, chicken soup or corn soup. This will fulfill the water requirement, as well as ensure nutrition. Apart from this, feed soft boiled food, barley, porridge etc.
7. Dengue infection increases SGPT (Serum glutamic pyruvic transaminase) in the liver. So avoid eating foods with extra spices and fatty oils. However, the diet must contain essential non-vegetables.
For whom dengue may be complicated
Dengue can be complicated in children, elderly and pregnant women. Those who have been affected before, have more complications if they are affected a second time. Such patients can easily suffer from dengue shock syndrome. So children, elderly and pregnant mothers need special precautions. But remember, dengue does not spread through drinking mother's milk.
What can be done to prevent dengue fever?
Keep bushes, forests, water bodies etc. around the house clean.
The Aedes mosquito mainly lays its eggs in stagnant clear water. So throw vases, unused pots, abandoned tyres, plastic containers, plastic drums, earthen pots, tin pots, discarded can shells, containers, matkas, battery shells, polythene, packets of chips etc.
Make sure that water does not accumulate under the aquarium, refrigerator or air conditioner.
Aedes mosquitoes usually bite in the morning and evening. So cover your body well with clothes and go out. Use mosquito repellent if necessary. Use nets on the doors and windows of the house.
Try sleeping with mosquito nets or coils lit during the day.
Various street islands feature flower tubs, plants, reservoirs, etc. for beautification. Rainwater may accumulate here. Be careful about mosquito breeding in these places.
Use mosquito repellent cream on the body if possible.
Plant basil near the window. The herbal ingredients of this plant are very useful to repel mosquitoes.
Camphor is also very effective in repelling mosquitoes. Close the doors and windows and keep camphor inside the room. After 20 minutes you will see that the mosquito is completely gone.
Treatment of dengue fever in children:
In children, dengue infection causes symptoms such as red eyes, cough or difficulty breathing. Shock syndrome in a child due to dengue can cause swelling of the abdomen or bleeding from different parts of the body, such as vomiting blood, passing blood in the stool, etc.
Doctors usually recommend tests like Complete Blood Count (CBC), NS One Antigen, FGPT and FGOT etc. if the child has early symptoms of dengue.
If the condition is severe, blood tests are done along with chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasonography, measurement of electrolyte levels. Also, if urine is not available, creatinine levels are checked. At this time, there is a danger that children's hands and feet will be colder than usual or the body will become unconscious and become dull. In this case, it is very important to be under the supervision of a doctor or hospital.
If fluid accumulates in the body due to plasma leakage, albumin is administered to the body through saline. This treatment is given when the patient goes into shock syndrome.
If the baby's blood platelets fall below 5,000 to 10,000 or hemostasis occurs, the baby needs to be kept in the ICU and given platelets.
As an extra precaution against dengue, keep children in full sleeves and full pants. If the condition is under control, it is possible to bring the child to full recovery with intensive care at home.
FAQs
Can Dengue Fever be treated with antibiotics?
No, Dengue Fever is caused by a virus, and antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections.
Are Dengue vaccines available for everyone?
Currently, Dengue vaccines are recommended for specific age groups and regions with a high prevalence of the disease.
Is Dengue Fever fatal in all cases?
While most cases are mild, severe Dengue Fever can be life-threatening. Early detection and proper medical care significantly reduce the risk of fatality.
Can Dengue Fever recur in the same individual?
Yes, Dengue Fever can recur, and subsequent infections may be more severe. Mosquito control and preventive measures are crucial for avoiding reinfection.
What role does climate change play in the spread of Dengue Fever?
Climate change influences the distribution of Aedes mosquitoes, affecting the geographical prevalence of Dengue Fever.
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