Dengue fever has an increased risk, the warning signs of the disease must absolutely not be subjective-Lifetime health

GiadinhNet – If you see nosebleeds, tooth roots, black stools, lethargy, etc., you should immediately notify a medical staff for timely treatment.

According to statistics from the Ministry of Health, from the beginning of the year until now, more than 14,700 cases of dengue fever have been recorded, of which 6 deaths have occurred in the following localities: 3 in Binh Duong; Dong Thap, Tay Ninh and Dong Nai recorded 1 case each.

In the coming months, the number of dengue fever cases is likely to continue to increase due to favorable weather for the spread of mosquitoes. Therefore, it is very necessary for each citizen to equip themselves with knowledge to prevent disease at this time.

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Warning signs of dengue fever

The initial symptoms of dengue fever are easily confused with other diseases. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the disease is classified into 2 main types, including: Dengue fever (with/without warning signs) and severe dengue fever. Depending on the stage and severity of the disease, the symptoms of dengue will be different.

– In mild form, mainly: sudden high fever 39-40 degrees Celsius; fever can last 4-7 days and it is very difficult to reduce fever; severe headache in the forehead area, behind the eyeball; joint and muscle pain; nausea and vomiting; there is a rash, redness.

– In severe form, there are signs of bleeding: petechiae on the skin, nosebleeds, bleeding gums, bruises, vomiting blood, black stools; There are warning signs such as fatigue, lethargy, severe abdominal pain, vomiting, cold limbs, fatigue, panic, if not treated promptly, it can lead to death.

– Or the patient goes into early dengue shock, this is the most serious form of the disease for patients with dengue fever. Patients may appear severe bleeding and hypotension, damage to many organs: liver, kidney, brain; fluid accumulation in the pleural cavity and abdominal cavity. This condition, if not treated promptly, can lead to death.

What to do when suspected dengue fever?

When detecting signs of suspected dengue fever, patients should immediately go to a medical facility for appropriate examination, testing, diagnosis and treatment. In the first 3-4 days, if there is an indication for home monitoring, the patient should closely follow the following advice:

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– It is necessary to rest, continuously monitor, if you see that the patient has more serious developments such as lethargy, restlessness, struggling, cold limbs, abdominal pain, vomiting, it is necessary to immediately take them to a medical facility.

– Gargle with physiological saline or antiseptic throat rinse, do not use a toothbrush until instructed by medical staff.

– Should eat foods that are soft, easy to digest, full of liquid nutrients such as porridge, soup or crushed rice, eat a little each time. Drink more water, replace electrolytes with oresol solution daily. maintain 1500-2500ml of water/day

– Do not eat foods with a lot of fat, causing indigestion, bloating. Avoid foods and drinks that are dark red: Blood (swine, cow, chicken…), beets, sassafras, chocolate… to limit confusion with gastrointestinal bleeding. Do not drink alcohol or stimulants.

– If you see nosebleeds, tooth roots, black stools, lethargy, etc., you should immediately notify the medical staff for timely treatment.