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What are the warning signs and symptoms of dengue fever?

In most patients, the dengue shows no symptoms. In few cases, the symptoms occur with in four to ten days after contracting the viral infection. As the symptoms are mild it could be diffcult to differentiate from other common illness like cold,flu etc
If dengue worsens then following symptoms will be seen in the body which needs immediate medical attention to avoid potential complicatons.
The warning signs and symptoms are :
1) Severe Stomach pain and vommitting
2) Blood in vomit, urine or stool output.
3) Bleeding gums or nose bleeds
4) Tiredness or fatigue
5) Difficulty in breathing
If you are suffering from any one of the above symptoms, then visit your healthcare provider or book an appointment with our pharmacist immediatey for further guidance and medical attention.
Location : Touchwood Pharmacy, Walsall (Bloxwich,Willenhall,Wednesbury,Great Barr, WS1,WS2,WS5)

Is there any cure for dengue infection?

There is no medication to cure dengue infection in our body. The symptoms can be managed only by taking complete rest and having lots of fluids like water, fruit juices, ORS etc. Taking paracetamol is recommended if you are suffering from pain and high fever during the infection period.
For more information, please contact or visit near by Touchwood pharmacy in Walsall (Bloxwich,Willenhall,Wednesbury,Great Barr, WS1,WS2,WS5)

Is dengue life threatening in humans?

Always a severe dengue is considered as medical emergency as it can lead to internal bleeding, organ failure and death. If the severe dengue left untreated, then 50% chances that infected human can die from the infection
In such cases, please don’t delay in contacting your clinician or visit Touchwood Pharmacy in in Walsall (Bloxwich,Willenhall,Wednesbury,Great Barr, WS1,WS2,WS5)

 

 

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