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What is the typical duration of the acute phase of dengue fever?
What is the typical duration of the acute phase of dengue fever?
What is a common symptom of the critical phase of dengue fever?
What is a common symptom of the critical phase of dengue fever?
How can standing water be eliminated to prevent dengue fever?
How can standing water be eliminated to prevent dengue fever?
What is a community-based initiative to prevent dengue fever?
What is a community-based initiative to prevent dengue fever?
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What is a personal protection measure against dengue fever?
What is a personal protection measure against dengue fever?
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What is a common symptom of the recovery phase of dengue fever?
What is a common symptom of the recovery phase of dengue fever?
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Study Notes
Symptoms
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Acute Phase: Typically lasts 2-7 days
- High fever (usually above 104°F)
- Severe headache
- Pain behind the eyes
- Joint and muscle pain
- Rash (in some cases)
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Critical Phase: Can last 2-4 days
- Decrease in platelet count
- Increase in hematocrit
- Bleeding manifestations (e.g., petechiae, ecchymoses)
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Recovery Phase: Typically lasts 1-2 weeks
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Anxiety
Prevention
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Vector Control:
- Eliminate breeding sites (e.g., standing water, flower vases)
- Use mosquito repellents (e.g., DEET, picaridin)
- Wear protective clothing (e.g., long sleeves, pants)
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Personal Protection:
- Use air conditioning or screened windows/doors
- Avoid traveling to areas with high dengue transmission
- Get vaccinated (if available and recommended)
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Community-Based Initiatives:
- Organize community clean-up campaigns
- Implement mosquito surveillance and control programs
- Educate the public on dengue prevention and control measures
Symptoms of Dengue Fever
- Acute phase symptoms last 2-7 days and include:
- High fever above 104°F
- Severe headache
- Pain behind the eyes
- Joint and muscle pain
- Rash in some cases
- Critical phase symptoms last 2-4 days and include:
- Decrease in platelet count
- Increase in hematocrit
- Bleeding manifestations (e.g., petechiae, ecchymoses)
- Recovery phase symptoms last 1-2 weeks and include:
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Anxiety
Dengue Fever Prevention
Vector Control
- Eliminate breeding sites (e.g., standing water, flower vases)
- Use mosquito repellents (e.g., DEET, picaridin)
- Wear protective clothing (e.g., long sleeves, pants)
Personal Protection
- Use air conditioning or screened windows/doors
- Avoid traveling to areas with high dengue transmission
- Get vaccinated (if available and recommended)
Community-Based Initiatives
- Organize community clean-up campaigns
- Implement mosquito surveillance and control programs
- Educate the public on dengue prevention and control measures
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Description
This quiz covers the symptoms of dengue fever, including the acute, critical, and recovery phases, as well as prevention methods. Test your knowledge on the disease and its prevention strategies.
