The Dhaka Times Desk Dengue is the new threat in the corona virus epidemic. Dengue outbreak in Bangladesh usually occurs from March-April to September-October.
Six people died in the first 5 days of September due to dengue fever. In total, since July this year, 52 people have died, the Health Department has reported.
In such a situation there is no alternative to increase personal, family and social awareness. Along with that proper understanding about the symptoms and remedies of this disease is also needed.
Bangladesh Council of Science and Industrial Research - BCSIR has said that there is an outbreak of 'DENV-3' type of dengue in the capital Dhaka this year. Health complications are more if you are infected in this way, and death is also more if you are infected a second time.
Dengue fever can cause various health complications. If you are careful and aware from the beginning, the risk of death and other complications will be reduced. So it is necessary to start primary treatment of dengue patients at home by taking into account any fever.
Dengue symptoms
Both covid-19 and dengue are viral fevers. Some symptoms are almost similar in both. Symptoms such as fever or fever-fever, body aches, fatigue, lethargy etc.
If infected with dengue, there is severe headache along with fever, along with pain behind the eyes, pain in the bones. If infected with corona virus, there is fever along with sore throat, indigestion, cough and shortness of breath.
Diarrhea or abdominal pain can be caused by this disease. That is why it is sometimes difficult to understand whether the fever is due to dengue or corona virus. Therefore, if you have a fever at this time, you should do two tests.
Dengue shock syndrome
The worst form of dengue fever is dengue shock syndrome. Dengue hemorrhagic fever with circulatory failure leads to dengue shock syndrome. Its symptoms are:
# Sudden drop in blood pressure
# pulse is very weak and rapid
# Coldness of hands, feet and other parts
# decreased urination
# can cause sudden loss of consciousness and even death.
Find out what to do
Any illness must be immediately consulted by a doctor. Also, some rules should be followed at home.
According to # doctors, only paracetamol can be used to reduce fever in case of dengue. Paracetamol can be used every 6 to 8 hours depending on the level of fever. Aspirin or painkillers should never be used to reduce fever. Also, to reduce fever, the patient can pour water on the head, wipe the body with a wet cloth or take a bath.
# The mainstay of treatment for dengue fever is fluid management. The patient should drink at least 2.5 to 3 liters of water daily. Liquids such as Orsaline, soup, canned water, fruit syrup, rice starch, milk etc. can also be given.
# Rest is very important for dengue patients. During this time the patient is physically very weak. 7 to 10 days of symptoms Heavy work, excessive exertion can not be done at all. However, dengue patients can do normal walking and daily activities.
# also has fever along with nausea, diarrhea. Doctors also prescribe some other medicines to cure these symptoms. However, dengue patients do not need antibiotics or steroids.
# dengue patients should know some warning signs and if these symptoms appear, they must contact the doctor without delay or take them to the hospital as soon as possible.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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