Dengue fever Danger from Aedes mosquitoes
A contagious disease caused by infection with the Dengue Virus, which is carried by Aedes mosquitoes, which has 4 strains: DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, and DENV-4, which is a disease that must Be careful during the rainy season. This is due to the increase in the number of Aedes mosquitoes which are disease carriers. Resulting in a rapid spread.
Dengue fever is divided into 3 stages:
Fever period (2-7 days)
The patient will have an acute high fever all the time, headache, eye pain, muscle pain, bone pain, and no mucus or cough. There are small blood spots on the arms, legs, torso, and armpits. There may be loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and black stool.
Critical period (24-48 hours)
During this period, the high fever will begin to decrease. But the condition will stabilize. If there are no complications, symptoms will begin to improve. But if there are complications, the symptoms will get worse. May have cold hands and feet Lightened pulse, low blood pressure, easy bleeding, vomiting blood, etc. It can be as serious as shock causing death. Therefore, if you have a high fever for more than 2 days in a row and your symptoms continue to get worse. It is recommended to see a doctor immediately.
Recovery period (24-48 hours after fever subsides)
When the symptoms are past the critical stage and starting to improve The patient will return to normal blood pressure. The pulse beats normally. Eat more food But there may be a red rash, itching, and small blood spots on the body, which will gradually disappear on their own.
Guidelines for treating dengue fever
There is no cure for dengue fever. But treatment is based on symptoms and severity. If you notice quickly, you know quickly, you can take care of yourself quickly. It will help you recover in a short time. and prevent serious dangers to life
How to prevent dengue fever
Prevention of dengue fever can be achieved by preventing mosquito bites. Wear tight clothing. Apply lotion or spray for mosquito repellent. Keep things organized Eliminate the carrier source Water storage containers always have lids. Change the water in your vase or pot every 7 days and get vaccinated against dengue fever as recommended by your doctor.
Groups at risk for dengue fever and severe symptoms
People of all ages can get dengue fever. But the risk group whose symptoms will be more severe than other groups, include the elderly because they have low immunity and many chronic diseases. People who are obese and people with congenital diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, thalassemia, etc.
