Dangue Virus

Dangue Virus: Adapt following precautionary measures to avoid the danger
    Regularly check for stagnant water in pot plants, wheel bar rows, roof guttering, ponds, pools etc.
    Spray under beds & behind curtains with residual surface spray.
    Use good mosquito repellent
    Wear light colored clothing
    Repair damaged screens on windows and rainwater tanks.

Symptoms of dengue fever
    Fatigue
    Headache
    Nausea
    Rash occurring three to four days after onset of the fever
    Severe joint and bone pain
    Sudden high fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit, up to 105 degrees Fahrenheit)
    Vomiting

Serious symptoms that indicating life-threatening condition
Symptoms of dengue hemorrhagic fever include:
    Bleeding gums
    Bleeding under the skin and purple bruises
    Nosebleeds

Symptoms of dengue shock syndrome include:
    Change in level of consciousness or alertness, such as passing out or unresponsiveness
    Hypotension (low blood pressure)
    Shock
    Uncontrolled bleeding and hemorrhage

Treatment
    There is no specific treatment for dengue
    Persons with dengue fever should rest and drink plenty of fluids.
    Avoid using Disprin, asprin or any other similar medicine
    People should be kept away from mosquitoes for the protection of others.
    Dengue hemorrhagic fever is treated by replacing lost fluids.
    Patients in severe condition may need transfusions to control bleeding.