Definition:
Philippine hemorrhagic fever, also known as dengue fever, is an epidemic disease caused by mosquitoes under the Aedes family. It is a common cause of death that has plagued Asian countries especially during rainy days.
Diagnosis:
The disease can be diagnosed based on reported outbreaks and presence of the symptoms shown by the patients.
Treatment:
Dengue fever can be treated by antibiotics. Maintaining clean surroundings and practicing correct sanitation procedures, particularly treatment of water facilities are advised to prevent the mosquitoes from thriving.
Symptoms and Signs:
Patients with dengue fever suffer from high fever, extreme weakness, coughing, and internal bleeding. When not immediately treated, the disease can be fatal.
Causes:
The disease is caused by a virus infection carried by the female mosquito two species of the Aedes family. It can be transmitted through mosquito bites.
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philippinehemorrhagicfever
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