The second wave of the corona has not yet been eradicated in the country, and a third wave is expected. Meanwhile, dengue fever appears to be a new outbreak sweeping the nation. More than 150 people have died due to acute dengue infection across the country, and many more have been hospitalized.
Dengue fever affects children, elders, and the elderly, but youngsters are more likely to contract it. Staying at home used to be an excellent way to prevent corona, but dengue fever is a disease that makes people sick even while they are at home. Dengue fever, which appears harmless at first, can be fatal if it is not treated properly.
Let us know some crucial facts about dengue fever and how to prevent it.
What Is Dengue?
Dengue fever is a virus that is transmitted to humans via the bite of an Aedes mosquito. Dengue fever is a widespread disease in more than 100 nations, according to research from the US National Health Agency’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Dengue fever can be deadly in severe situations. During the day, dengue mosquitos bite. During the rainy season, the mosquito population grows. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in stagnant or collected water, and dengue fever becomes more prevalent during these days. In stagnant water, mosquitoes breed. During this season, avoid allowing water to sit in and around the house.
Symptoms Of Dengue
Dengue fever symptoms emerge 3 to 5 days after a mosquito bite. Symptoms include a high fever, as well as body and headache. Dengue has two sorts of symptoms: mild and severe. The severity of the condition in youngsters is more significant than in adults. Dengue fever can be fatal if the symptoms are severe. Many incidents of elders, including children, dying due to the ongoing spread of dengue fever in the country are coming to light.
If your child exhibits any of these symptoms, see a doctor right away:
High fever, coughing more than usual, shortness of breath, dry mouth, lips, and tongue are all signs of a high fever. Lethargy, weakness, and irritation are all symptoms of a lack of water in the body caused by vomiting. In addition, hands and feet are cold.
Decrease In Platelets
In a healthy person’s blood, there are 1.5 to 4 lakh platelets. Platelets help to stop blood from clotting in the body. The dengue virus lowers platelets, which causes the body to bleed. The platelet count in dengue fever ranges from 40 thousand to 20 thousand. Up to 40-50 thousand platelets, bleeding does not occur; however, if platelets reach 20 thousand or less in a patient, platelets must be transfused.
Precautions To Be Taken To Avoid Dengue
- Maintain a clean and tidy environment in your home. Clean all areas inside and outside the house where water could accumulate, such as old tires, cans, water coolers, and drains.
- Use nets to cover windows and doors. Installing nets on windows, doors, and other entries can help prevent the spread of dengue fever.
- Use a mosquito repellent liquid, spray, or lotions, like All Out, Good Night, to keep mosquitos at bay. Mosquitoes can be kept at bay by using repellents in the room. In addition, repellent creams like Odomos can be applied to the body.
- Mosquito netting should be used when sleeping to keep mosquitoes at bay. Mosquito nets are effective against not only dengue fever but also other pests.
- Wear long-sleeved shirts.
Treatments
- If you have a fever or see any other signs or symptoms of dengue fever, visit a doctor very once.
- Take as much time as you can to relax.
- Electrolyte-rich beverages should be consumed.
- Do not use medications without consulting a doctor, especially aspirin or ibuprofen.
- If the symptoms are minor, ill family members can be cared for at home with the help of a doctor.
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