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Dengue fever is an infectious viral disease caused by the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Symptoms are sudden onset of high fever, severe headache, extreme joint pain (thus the vernacular name, bone break fever).
Note that DF is comparatively rare and rarely fatal when it does occur.
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When and where was Dengue Fever first identified?
Dengue fever was first identified during the 18th century in Asia, Africa, and North America. The first recorded outbreak occurred in 1779-1780 in Asia, specifically in Jakarta, Indonesia. The virus was later isolated and identified in the 1940s during an outbreak in the Philippines and Thailand.
Can the outbreak of dengue be considered a disaster?
Yes, the outbreak of dengue can be considered a disaster, particularly when it leads to widespread illness, significant morbidity and mortality, and overwhelms healthcare systems. The rapid transmission of the virus, especially in densely populated areas, can strain public health resources and disrupt communities. Additionally, the economic impact, including loss of productivity and increased healthcare costs, further underscores the severity of dengue outbreaks. Thus, it poses a significant public health challenge that can have disastrous implications.
What is the name of the microorganism responsible for dengue fever?
The name of the microorganism is the dengue virus.
Is dengue fever airborne?
No Dengue fever can spread only by bite of mosquito. Mosquito acts as the carrier for dengue virus thus it is not airborne
Is malaria more chronic than dengue?
malaria is more chronic then dengue
What is your reaction about dengue?
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What is the nature of dengue?
Dengue Fever is a widespread tropical disease that humans get from mosquitoes.
When was Dengue Fever - band - created?
Dengue Fever - band - was created in 2001.
How many types of Dengue are there?
Dengue fiver two type igm igg
Can lice transmit dengue?
Dengue cannot be transmitted by lice. Dengue is only carried by a few different species of mosquitoes which are infected with the Dengue virus. These species include Aedes polynesiensis, Aedes aegypti and Aedes scutellaris.
Will the person die if they get Dengue Fever?
Dengue fever can be fatal, symptoms are usually more serious after a secondary infection from a different strain of dengue (there are 4 strains of dengue). Secondary infection can lead to Dengue Haemorrhagic Fever which can cause internal bleeding, if the symptoms are not recognized it can ultimately lead to death.
What are the diagnosis for dengue?
Clinical diagnosis of Dengue is conducted by laboratory testing on human serum and plasma tested for DENV SubT and dengue NS-1 (DENG NS-1), dengue IgG and IgM to confirm the presence of infection. To learn more, Visit: Dengue Biospecimens for Research l Order Online
