Term |
Description |
Name |
Dengue Fever |
Definition |
An infectious tropical disease caused by the dengue virus and transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes. |
Cause |
Caused by the dengue virus, which has four distinct serotypes (DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3, DEN-4). |
Symptoms |
Fever, severe headache, joint and muscle pain, rash, mild bleeding (nose or gums). |
Transmission |
Transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti. |
Diagnosis |
- Medical history
- Physical examination
- Blood tests (detection of dengue virus or antibodies)
|
Treatment |
- Symptomatic relief (pain relievers, fluids)
- Rest
- Medical supervision for severe cases
|
Prevention |
- Mosquito control (eliminate breeding sites)
- Using mosquito repellents and bed nets
- Avoiding mosquito bites
|
Complications |
- Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever
- Dengue Shock Syndrome
- Organ failure
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