Dengue Fever - Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Early Treatment

PACE Hospitals Podcast

Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne illness found in tropical and subtropical areas worldwide. It's a painful, debilitating disease caused by any one of the five serotypes of the dengue virus. It has been a growing concern in many parts of the world. Approximately 40 crore people worldwide are affected by dengue infections yearly, with about 9.6 crores resulting in illness. With the rise in cases in various regions, staying informed and taking preventive measures is essential. Today, in this episode of the dengue fever podcast, we delve into what dengue is, how it spreads, and what can be done to protect ourselves.

Join the PACE Hospitals Podcast with Dr. Kaku Madhurya - Consultant General Physician and Diabetologist at PACE Hospitals, Hitech City, Hyderabad, India, to dive into the world of dengue fever, a disease that may not make the headlines every day but affects millions across the globe.

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1. Dengue Fever - Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Early Treatment (00:00:00)

2. What is Dengue Fever? (00:00:35)

3. What are the various stages of dengue fever that a patient might experience? (00:01:07)

4. Can you explain how the dengue virus is transmitted from mosquitoes to humans? (00:03:24)

5. What are the primary risk factors that increase the likelihood of contracting dengue fever? (00:03:43)

6. What are the early symptoms of dengue fever? (00:04:06)

7. What are the most common complications associated with dengue fever? (00:04:40)

8. What are the common diagnostic tests used to confirm dengue fever? (00:05:34)

9. What are the primary treatment options for dengue fever? (00:06:04)

10. How can we Prevent Dengue Fever? (00:06:38)

11. Is Dengue Fever Life-Threatening? (00:07:09)

12. Can Dengue Fever Spread? (00:07:37)

13. What is the typical duration of dengue fever for most patients? (00:07:48)

14. How does dengue fever lead to a decrease in platelet count? (00:08:13)

15. What is the typical platelet count range observed in dengue fever cases? (00:08:56)

16. Why is Dengue Fever called Breakbone Fever? (00:09:32)

17. What are the key dietary recommendations for someone with dengue fever? (00:09:52)

18. Are there specific criteria used by healthcare professionals to determine if a dengue fever patient should be hospitalized? (00:10:22)