What is Dengue?
Why does dengue spread so quickly during the rainy season? How can a tiny mosquito bite turn into a serious illness? Dengue is a viral disease caused by the dengue virus and spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly the Aedes aegypti. It is common in tropical countries like the Philippines, where warm and wet conditions allow mosquitoes to thrive.
Dengue is a mosquito-borne viral disease transmitted primarily by the bite of an infected Aedes aegypti mosquito. It is common in tropical countries like the Philippines, especially during the rainy season, when stagnant water allows mosquitoes to breed. The virus enters the bloodstream after a mosquito bite and begins to affect the body’s immune system.
The illness usually starts with sudden high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, nausea, and sometimes a skin rash. Because of the intense muscle and joint pain, dengue is sometimes called “breakbone fever.” Symptoms typically last for several days, and while many cases are mild, some can worsen.
In severe cases, dengue may develop into severe dengue (also known as dengue hemorrhagic fever), which can cause bleeding, low platelet count, difficulty breathing, and dangerously low blood pressure. Early detection and proper medical care are important to prevent complications. There is no specific cure for dengue, so prevention focuses on eliminating mosquito breeding sites, keeping surroundings clean, and protecting oneself from mosquito bites.
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Dengue Loves Clean Water?
A common misconception about Dengue is that it only spreads in dirty environments. In reality, the mosquitoes that transmit dengue breed in clean, stagnant water, making even well-maintained homes vulnerable.
Is Dengue Contagious (Nakakahawa)?
Can you catch it just by being near someone who has it? Many people wonder about this, but the truth is, dengue does not spread directly from person to person. It is a viral disease transmitted only through the bite of an infected mosquito, especially the Aedes aegypti, which is common in tropical countries like the Philippines.
Is There a Cure for Dengue?
Can a simple medicine make it disappear overnight? These are common questions, especially when someone is diagnosed with dengue. While there is no specific antiviral cure for dengue, early detection and proper medical care can help manage the symptoms and prevent complications. The disease is caused by the dengue virus and is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito, particularly the Aedes aegypti.
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