Definition:
Dengue hemorrhagic fever is characterized by a severe and even potentially deadly form of infection that is spread by certain types of mosquitoes.
Diagnosis:
Diagnosis for this disease include physical examination that may reveal low blood pressure, red throat, swollen glands, weak pulse, rashes and red eyes.
Treatment:
Because Dengue hemorrhagic fever is essentially caused by a type of virus for which there is still no known cure or available vaccine, the only form of treatment available is to treat the symptoms. This includes blood transfusion, administration of IV electrolytes and fluids, oxygen therapy and rehydration.
Symptoms and Signs:
Early symptoms of dengue hemorrhagic fever include high fever, irritability, sweaty and restlessness. In advanced conditions, patients seem to enter the shock0like state, which is soon followed by bleeding evidenced by the pinpoints of blood under the skin and usually occur after minor injuries. This condition can soon lead to death if left untreated. Other symptoms include muscle aches, headaches, joint aches, malaise, decrease in appetite and vomiting.
Causes:
There are actually four different types of dengue viruses that are known to cause dengue hemorrhagic fever. This disease is contracted after a person is bitten by an infection mosquito.
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