Hello Candidate,

Dengue Fever , commonly known as break bone fever is a flu-like illness caused by the Dengue virus. It is caused when an Aedes mosquito carrying the virus bites a healthy person. This disease is mainly found in the tropical and sub-tropical regions of the world.

Some of its symptoms are listed below.

• Headache
• Muscle, bone and joint pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Pain behind the eyes
• Swollen glands
• Rash

There is no specific treatment of Dengue fever or cure as Dengue is a virus. But you can prevent yourself by keeping some safety measures. Some are listed below.

• Medication: Painkillers like Tylenol or Paracetamol are generally prescribed to the patients. IV drips are sometimes supplemented in case of severe dehydration.
• Stay hydrated: During vomiting and high fever our body loses water, so stay hydrated. Increase your intake of fluids.
• Hygiene: Hygiene is of the utmost importance, even more so when you are not well. The patient can opt for a sponge bath if not a regular bath. Add a few drops of disinfectant liquid like Dettol to the water being used for bathing.

Hope this helps.