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   What should I do if I have dengue?

   • Treat the symptoms of dengue and see your healthcare provider. See a healthcare provider if you develop a fever or have symptoms of dengue. Tell him or her about your travel. Rest as much as possible. Take acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol outside of the United States) to control fever and relieve pain.

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   How can I avoid getting dengue?

   • Preventing mosquito bites is the best way to avoid getting dengue. There is no specific treatment for dengue. The focus is on treating pain symptoms. Acetaminophen (paracetamol) is often used to control pain. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen and aspirin are avoided as they can increase the risk of bleeding.

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   Can a person recover from dengue fever?

   • Most people recover from dengue fever without any lasting complications. If you have symptoms of dengue fever, you have about a 1 in 20 chance of it worsening to severe dengue. If you have severe dengue and are treated immediately at a hospital or medical facility, you have a greater than 99% chance of recovering.

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   Sep 20, 2021 · Do not take aspirin or ibuprofen! Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated. Drink water or drinks with added electrolytes. For mild symptoms, care for a sick infant, child, or family member at home. Symptoms of dengue can become severe within a few hours. Severe dengue is a medical emergency.

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   Oct 5, 2022 · Lethargy or confusion. Cold or clammy extremities. The over-the-counter (OTC) drug acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) can help reduce muscle pain and fever. But if you have dengue fever, you should avoid other OTC pain relievers, including aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others) and naproxen sodium (Aleve).

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   Jun 6, 2022 · Dengue fever is an illness spread by the bite of mosquitos infected with a dengue virus. Mild symptoms can worsen to severe dengue (dengue hemorrhagic fever). 800.223.2273

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   Sep 24, 2023 · If you think you may have dengue fever, you should use pain relievers with acetaminophen and avoid medicines with aspirin, which could worsen bleeding. You should also rest, drink plenty of fluids ...

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   For most people, the best way to prevent dengue fever is to take steps to avoid mosquito bites. There is no cure for dengue fever. However, early recognition and treatment can help manage...

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   May 3, 2019 · Fever should be controlled with acetaminophen and tepid sponge baths. Febrile patients should avoid mosquito bites to reduce risk of further transmission. Severe Dengue. For those who develop severe dengue, close observation and frequent monitoring in an intensive care unit may be required.

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   Mar 17, 2023 · You can lower your risk of dengue by avoiding mosquito bites especially during the day. Dengue is treated with pain medicine as there is no specific treatment currently. Symptoms. Most people with dengue have mild or no symptoms and will get better in 1–2 weeks. Rarely, dengue can be severe and lead to death.