Dengue's common symptoms include high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, muscle and joint aches, nausea, vomiting and rash. Most people recover, but severe dengue is a medical emergency and warning signs can begin when the fever starts going down.
When to seek emergency care: Go to an emergency department immediately for severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, rapid breathing, bleeding from the nose or gums, blood in vomit or stool, extreme thirst, pale or cold skin, unusual drowsiness, marked restlessness, fainting or rapidly worsening weakness. Do not wait for the next platelet report if warning signs are present. Call 1122.
Dengue ki aam alamat
Symptoms usually begin several days after the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito. A person may have sudden fever with headache, eye pain, pronounced body aches, nausea, vomiting, swollen glands or a rash. Some infections are mild and resemble another viral illness; others cause marked weakness.
Symptoms cannot reliably distinguish dengue from malaria, chikungunya, typhoid or other infections common in the region. A clinician considers the local outbreak situation, examination and appropriate blood tests.
Fever utarne ke baad bhi risk kyun hota hai?
Dengue often has a febrile phase followed by a critical period around the time temperature falls. Feeling less hot does not always mean the illness is over. This is when a small proportion of patients develop plasma leakage, bleeding or organ involvement. Close observation and hydration advice are therefore important even after fever improves.
What to do if dengue is suspected
- Arrange clinical assessment, particularly for children, older adults, pregnancy, chronic disease or worsening symptoms.
- Rest and take frequent fluids as advised. Oral rehydration solution can help replace fluid and salts when appropriate.
- For fever or pain, use paracetamol only according to the label or a clinician's advice.
- Avoid aspirin, ibuprofen, diclofenac and related NSAID painkillers because they may increase bleeding risk.
- Monitor urine output, alertness, breathing, vomiting, abdominal pain and bleeding — not just temperature.
Antibiotics do not treat dengue because dengue is caused by a virus. Intravenous fluids are not automatically safer than oral fluids and must be prescribed carefully; too little or too much can both be harmful.
Understanding tests and platelets
The most useful test depends on the day of illness. A clinician may order viral tests early and antibody tests later, together with a full blood count. Platelets can fall in dengue, but one platelet number does not measure the whole severity of illness. The trend, warning signs, blood concentration, circulation, urine output and organ function matter. Platelet transfusion is not automatically needed for every low count.
Protect other household members
Use a mosquito net while the patient rests, apply suitable repellent, wear covering clothes and use screens. Empty standing water from coolers, buckets, trays and plant containers. Aedes mosquitoes often bite during the day, so protection should not be limited to nighttime.
Which doctor should you see?
A family physician, paediatrician or internal-medicine specialist can assess suspected dengue. A patient with warning signs belongs in an emergency department or hospital capable of monitoring and fluid management.
Which specialist to see
SehatGPT helps you choose same-day physician assessment for suspected dengue, and directs you to emergency care immediately for any warning sign.
Frequently asked questions
Kya papaya leaf juice platelet count theek karta hai?
It is not a substitute for medical assessment or proven supportive care. Product strength and safety vary, and relying on it can delay treatment.
Can dengue happen twice?
Yes. Different dengue virus types exist, so a previous infection does not guarantee lifelong protection against all types.
Is every low platelet count dengue?
No. Many illnesses and medicines can lower platelets. Diagnosis needs clinical assessment and suitable testing.