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Dengue hemorrhagic fever is a severe, potentially deadly infection spread by certain species of mosquitoes (Aedes aegypti. See also: Dengue fever |
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Symptoms
Early symptoms of dengue hemorrhagic fever are similar to those of dengue fever, but after several days the patient b...
Causes
Four different dengue viruses are known to cause dengue hemorrhagic fever. Dengue hemorrhagic fever occurs when a per...
Tests
A physical examination may reveal: Enlarged liver (hepatomegaly; Low blood pressure; Rash; Red eyes; Red throat; Swol...
Treatments
Because Dengue hemorrhagic fever is caused by a virus for which there is no known cure or vaccine, the only treatment...
Prevention
There is no vaccine available to prevent dengue fever. Use personal protection such as full-coverage clothing, nettin...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of dengue fever and have been in an area where dengue fever is kn...
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