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Dengue fever is a viral infection that can be spread only by a mosquito bites. It is common in tropical region but can happen in an area with recent flooding.
The most important symptom is high fever which typically appear 4-10 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Other symptoms include severe headache and muscle pain. Also, nausea, skin rash, and bleeding from the nose or the gum. In severe cases, patients might develop hemorrhagic dengue which can be life-threatening and require immediate hospitalization.
The diagnosis is by doing antibodies blood test, called dengue IgM. The blood count typically shows decrease platelets and white blood cell and elevated liver enzymes. There is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue fever. But management focuses on relieving symptoms and maintaining adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration. In severe cases, hospitalization may be necessary to monitor and manage complications. Pain relievers like Panadol can be used to reduce fever and relieve pain, but anti-inflammatory drugs like aspirin and ibuprofen should be avoided as they can increase the risk of bleeding.
Prevention is crucial in controlling dengue fever, primarily by reducing mosquito populations and minimizing exposure to mosquito bites. This can be done by using insect repellent and mosquito nets but most importantly by eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed.
Dengue vaccine has been approved, but it is recommended only for individuals who have had a previous dengue infection due to the risk of severe dengue in patients who never had this disease before


Video shot by Galia Helbaoui and edited by Amer Helbaoui