Dengue is an infectious disease caused by the dengue virus (DENV 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5). In Brazil there are the first 4 types, which are transmitted by the bite of the female mosquito of Aedes aegypti especially in the summer and in the rainy periods.
The symptoms of dengue include fever, tiredness, headache, pain in the back of the eyes and there is no specific treatment, rest, analgesics, anti-thermals such as dipyrone, and hydration are recommended. However, some people can develop a severe form of the disease, called severe dengue, characterized by vascular leakage, severe bleeding and organ failure, which is potentially fatal.
The diagnosis of the severity of dengue is made by the doctor through tests such as the snare test and blood test to count platelets and red blood cells, and to help with recovery, see how to treat dengue to avoid complications. These tests are only requested when dengue complications are suspected.
Duration of dengue
Classical dengue
The symptoms of classic dengue last an average of 7 days, depending on the patient's state of health before falling ill. In general, healthy adults usually recover from the disease in just 2 or 3 days, as the body is better prepared to fight the virus.
However, children, pregnant women, the elderly or people with an altered immune system, as in cases of AIDS and treatment for cancer, the symptoms of dengue can take up to 12 to resolve, it is important to rest and adequate food to speed up the process. healing process. See how food should be to recover faster in: Foods for dengue.
Hemorrhagic dengue
The symptoms of hemorrhagic dengue last for an average of 7 to 10 days and the signs of shock can start 3 to 5 days after the onset of these symptoms, being the most severe phase of this type of disease.
The initial symptoms of hemorrhagic dengue are very similar to those of the classic version of the disease, but with a greater severity, as they cause changes in blood clotting. It is common to experience nasal, gingival, urinary, gastrointestinal and uterine bleeding, which are a reflection of bleeding from small vessels in the skin and internal organs. In the most severe cases, dengue can cause complications such as severe dehydration, liver, neurological, cardiac or respiratory problems. Find out all the complications and sequels that may arise by clicking here.
Thus, it is very important to be aware of the symptoms, because in hemorrhagic dengue, the clinical condition worsens rapidly, which can lead to shock and death within 24 hours. Therefore, health care must be sought urgently so that the appropriate treatment is done as soon as possible.
