Dengue fever spreads through mosquito bites, and the symptoms usually resemble that of the flu, typhoid, malaria, Zika virus, and chikungunya, which makes it difficult to detect dengue. One must always have health insurance in case such a medical condition arises; your healthcare plan acts as a safety net so you do not feel financially drained and avail of the best treatment.
Here, let’s discuss the possible dengue treatment possibilities.
Treatment of dengue
Dengue is a life-threatening condition prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, including Central and South America, Africa, the Pacific Islands, and parts of Asia. You cannot get dengue after coming in contact with the infected person. Infected mosquitoes serve as the carriers, or dengue can spread from a pregnant woman to her unborn child.
One must note that dengue has no particular treatment.
You should immediately get in touch with your healthcare provider if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Decreased urination
- Few/no tears
- Dry lips and mouth
- Confusion or lethargy
- Cold and fever
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rash
- Muscle pain in the eyes, joints or bones
The dengue symptoms may last 2-7 days. These symptoms can become severe within a few hours. Severe dengue is a medical emergency, and in such cases, you might require:
- Hospitalisation and supportive care
- Monitoring blood pressure
- Blood transfusion
- Intravenous (IV) fluid
- Electrolyte replacement
Severe dengue symptoms include the following:
- Pain in the stomach or tenderness
- Vomiting 2-3 times a day
- Bleeding from nose or gums
- Blood in stool
- Feeling tired, restless, or irritable
Apart from emergency treatment, you need to follow some basic care tips such as:
- Rest as much as you can
- Take Paracetamol tablets to control fever and relieve pain
- Drink plenty of fluids and drink water or other beverages that have added electrolytes
Conclusion
The majority of dengue cases show no symptoms and are usually mild. If you have had dengue once, there are chances that you might develop severe dengue next time. You should take measures to get your house or other places free from Aedes aegypti mosquitoes that spread dengue. If you get sick while travelling, get yourself appropriate medical care. Remember to have a comprehensive healthcare policy handy to tide over such medical emergencies.
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