Dengue fever 

When the rainy season comes Many areas have continued to rain. May cause waterlogging, which can be a breeding ground for Aedes mosquito larvae. Dengue fever is a very common disease in the rainy season. It can be life threatening if not treated promptly. Which is borne by the Aedes Despite the COVID-19 outbreak this year, the statistics of deaths and illnesses from dengue have not decreased at all.

Dengue fever is caused by the red Ghee virus that carries Aedes aegypti virus. There are 4 species in total, with a large number of outbreaks in the rainy season. Because there is water standing in many areas, mosquitoes can lay eggs and grow well. In the past, dengue fever spread in childhood. Later, dengue spread to adolescents and adults. Therefore making people suffering from dengue fever tends to rise

Symptoms of Dengue

Symptoms vary from person to person. Due to the severity of each species and individual genetics The major tribute will initially have the following symptoms.

• Acute high fever above 38 degrees Celsius can be as high as 41 degrees Celsius.
• Body aches
• There are small spots of bleeding on the skin that spread along the body.
• Nausea and vomiting
• Bloody stools

Stage of dengue fever

Dengue can be divided into three stages.

1. The high fever will cause the patient to have weakness, nausea, vomiting and exhaustion.
2. The critical phase is the most dangerous as it has a high fever and a decrease in fever. Will cause shock to occur
3. During the recovery period, the body will gradually recover. Until healed

Treatment method

At present, there is no direct drug for dengue fever. This is only for symptomatic treatment such as antipyretic drugs, wiping off, giving salt water and drinking lots of water To prevent shock

• If you suspect or have any of the symptoms mentioned above Should immediately see a doctor for diagnosis and detection of dengue fever.
• Ibuprofen or aspirin should not be taken as they can cause harm to the patient. This is because these drugs make it easier for abnormal bleeding. Should be taken paracetamol to relieve symptoms.

• In the early stages, patients with mild symptoms, fever, aches, anorexia, can initially take paracetamol to reduce fever, wipe the body, drink a lot of water and rest a lot. Eat soft foods
• In the critical period when there is a bleeding under the skin. Or bleeding in various places, high fever, persistent vomiting Slow cold hands and feet Should be sent to the hospital as soon as possible.
• In the recovery period When the patient has no fever for 24 hours without antipyretic medication. Have improved symptoms Want to eat Constant blood intensity There are no symptoms of abdominal and chest tightness. The doctor will allow the patient to go home.