Dengue


Undifferentiated fever – Mild febrile illness in young children often with respiratory symptoms.
Dengue fever syndrome- Severe headache, retro-orbital


Pain and instance myalgia and arthralgia. In adults, Usually lasts(4-10 days). May be complicated by bleeding.


Dengue hemorrhagic fever - Acute fever, hemorrhagic tendencies, thrombocytopenia, evidence of plasma leakage.


Dengue shock syndrome – All of the above plus Rapid and weak pulse. Narrow pulse pressure, cold clammy skin and restlessness.

 

 

Posted by Dr. Ramesh Maheshwari, Wnho Clinic, 2014 sadashiv peth, Tilak road, Pune. Free to call for further information.