According to WebMD, symptoms of dengue fever include a sudden, high fever, severe headaches, joint and muscle pain, pain behind the eyes, nausea, vomiting, skin rash, and mild bleeding. As of 2014, there is no treatment for dengue fever. However, WebMD recommends taking acetaminophen to reduce pain and fever, drinking plenty of fluids and getting plenty of bed rest.Continue Reading
Dengue fever is the result of the transmission of one of four dengue viruses through mosquito bites, according to WebMD. Most of the infections take place in tropical climates, especially areas around southeast China, the Caribbean and Mexico. Most Americans become infected with dengue fever by travelling to places where the disease is present, and infection can be confirmed with a simple blood test.
The first symptoms appear anywhere between four and six days after contracting the virus and usually last around 10 days. Young children or people that have never contracted the disease usually suffer from milder symptoms. However, people that have a weakened immune system or who have been previously infected are at a greater risk of developing complications, including dengue hemorrhagic fever and failure of the circulatory system. WebMD recommends that people who believe that they are infected with dengue fever should get medical attention, especially if they begin to feel worse after the fever has diminished.Learn more about Conditions & Diseases