Dengue Fever Flashcards

Flashcards about Dengue Fever based on lecture notes.

What is Dengue?

A viral infection transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.

About how much of the world's population is at risk of dengue?

Approximately half of the world's population.

Where is dengue typically found?

Tropical and sub-tropical climates worldwide, mostly in urban and semi-urban areas.

What does prevention and control of dengue depend on?

Vector control.

What are the most common symptoms of dengue?

High fever, headache, body aches, nausea, and rash.

What are the symptoms of severe Dengue after the fever has gone away?

Severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, rapid breathing, bleeding gums or nose, fatigue, and restlessness.

What is the focus of dengue treatment?

What is the focus of dengue treatment?

What medicine is often used to control pain from dengue?

Acetaminophen (paracetamol).

What type of mosquito primarily transmits the dengue virus?

Aedes aegypti mosquito.

How long does the extrinsic incubation period (EIP) take?

8–12 days when the ambient temperature is between 25–28°C.

How long can human-to-mosquito transmission of dengue occur?

Up to 2 days before someone shows symptoms and up to 2 days after the fever has resolved.

What is the primary mode of transmission of the dengue virus between humans?

Mosquito vectors.

What complications can babies experience if their mother has a dengue infection during pregnancy?

Pre-term birth, low birthweight, and fetal distress.

What increases the risk of the individual developing severe dengue?

Previous infection with DENV.

How can you lower your risk of getting dengue?

Clothes that cover the body, mosquito nets, window screens, mosquito repellents.

If infected with Dengue, what is important to do?

Rest, drink plenty of liquids, and use acetaminophen (paracetamol) for pain.

How can mosquito breeding be prevented?

Environmental management and modification, proper disposal of solid waste, covering/emptying water storage containers.