Question 1

how can i get more info on dengue fever?

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Google: You can google it.  The cdc website (www.Cdc.Gov) and wikipedia are good sources of information.

Question 2

how do i protect myself from dengue fever?

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Avoidance measures: Keep covered up with clothing. Use mosquito repellant and sleep under netting. If possible avoid travel during times of high mosquito activity.  Treat fever with tylenol (acetaminophen) and get lots of fluids otherwise there is no specific treatment.

Question 3

are dairy produts safe during dengue fever.?

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Dairy and dengue: There's no contraindication to dairy that i know of.  But main people have nausea and diarrhea, and dairy might not be the best to make them feel better.  Focus is on clear oral fluids, or IV fluids, and careful lookout for hemorrhagic fever.

Question 4

how does dengue fever affect the internal organs?

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Dengue fever: Dengue may impact GI, renal and lung function in severe cases. ignificant cases may have sxs such as headache,  severe bone/joint pain (hence term Breakbone Fever), high fevers (up to 106 F), pain behind eyes, muscle pain, rash, nausea, vomiting &amp; bleeding from gums. Some people go on to have severe symptoms wi severe abdominal pain, bleeding under skin &amp; from mouth &amp; nose. Other complications &gt;

Question 5

how to avoid dengue fever ?

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Dengue fever: Only by prevention. Avoid mosquito bite because it is only transmitted by mosquito. Stay away from breeding places. Don't let water accumulates around your house. Use mosquito repellent spray on body or in the surrounding where you are sitting. Use mosquito net around bed for sleep. If bite ; fever, see your doctor before you get really sick. Thanks.

Question 6

in aftica. could i have dengue fever?

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Maybe: Dengue fever is endemic in parts of africa. It depends where you are and the conditions there. If you suspect dengue, see a doctor.

Question 7

can dengue fever reoccur like malaria?

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Not exactly: Dengue fever does not have a liver stage, like some forms of malaria, that can lead to relapse.  But you can become reinfected with a different strain of dengue even if you have already had dengue once.

Question 8

can you die from being sick with dengue fever?

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Severe Dengue: Who states dengue fever can present with high fevers (i.e. 104 f) accompanied by muscle / joint pain, severe headches, pain behind eyes, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands & rash. Severe dengue can cause drop in body temperature, bloody gums or vomitus, severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing & restlessness. Death rates with severe dengue drop from more than 20% to less than 1% with right tx.

Question 9

do people with dengue fever have a lot of pain?

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Yes, lots of pain: Dengue fever's nickname is 'break bone fever' because every part of your body hurts so much it feels as if your bones are broken.  People with dengue have  flu-like symptoms including fever, headaches, and muscle aches. Rarely it progresses to severe dengue. It is a viral infection spread by mosquitos which bite during the day and prefer to live in towns & cities. Wear 30% deet to prevent it.

Question 10

what are the signs and symptoms of dengue fever?

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Dengue Fever: According to the center for disease control & prevention, dengue fever can present with high fevers (i.e. 104 f) with accompanying symptoms like muscle & joint pain, severe headches, intense pain behind the eyes, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands & rash. Severe dengue can lead to drop in body temperature, bloody gums or vomitus, severe abdominal pain, difficulty breathing & restlessness.

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