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What Is Dengue Fever?

Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne virus affecting more than 390 million people
each year. While the disease is generally mild, it can be deadly.

Recent research shows dengue is between 100 and 800 years old. It likely
originated in Africa or Southeast Asia and was then carried to other parts of
the world through travel and trade.

In recent years, dengue has spread to over 100 countries. Now, travelers to
popular destinations like Brazil and India could contract the disease.

The virus is also known as ‘breakbone fever’ due to its symptoms.

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What Are The Symptoms of Dengue?
Unlike other diseases, dengue has different symptoms depending on the
stage it is in. According to the Centers for Disease Control, dengue’s most
common symptoms are:

Dengue Fever Symptoms

TYPICAL SYMPTOMS DANGEROU

High Fever Severe Ab

Severe Headache Persiste

Severe Eye Pain Red Spots or

Joint Pain Vomit

Muscle and/or Bone Pain Black, T

Rash Drowsines

Easy Bruising, Mild Nose or Gum Bleeding Pale, Cold o

Low White Cell Count Difficult

Source: Centers for Disease Control

The virus can show symptoms quickly. Fever, headache, joint pain and
bleeding can last for up to seven days.

Generally, younger children and those experiencing their first dengue infection
have milder symptoms. It is possible to contract dengue more than once.

To learn more about the signs and symptoms of dengue fever, contact a
Passport Health Travel Specialist. Call 1-888-499-7277 or book an
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What Is Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever?
Serious cases of dengue will progress into dengue hemorrhagic fever or DHF.
While dengue is generally ‘flu-like’ DHF can be fatal.

Early symptoms are the same as dengue. But, acute symptoms are more
serious. The virus causes ‘leaky’ blood vessels, circulatory failure, shock and
death.

There is no cure for dengue nor dengue hemorrhagic fever.

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How Does Dengue Spread?

Like its cousins chikungunya and Zika, the dengue virus spreads through
mosquito bites. Dengue often spreads when:

 A mosquito (usually of the Aedes species) bites an infected human.

 This mosquito is now infected with dengue fever. Mosquitoes are only carriers of the
disease, it does not affect them as it does humans.
 The mosquito bites a human. That human is now infected with the virus. He or she will
then infect any unaffected mosquitoes that bite them.

According to the CDC, about 75 percent of all dengue infections show no

symptoms. Around 20 percent of dengue symptoms are mild. But, five percent
will develop severe, life-threatening symptoms.

Be sure to use repellents and nettings to avoid mosquito bites.

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How Is Dengue Treated?

There is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue. Supportive care is used to
help with symptoms. Usually, analgesics, hydration and bed rest are enough
to help patients through their infection. If you suspect dengue during or after
you trip, be sure to seek medical attention.

Because of the lack of a true dengue treatment, prevention is key while in

regions with the disease.

Is There A Dengue Vaccine?

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One dengue vaccine, Dengvaxia has been approved for use in some
countries. But, it is not yet available in the United States. This dengue vaccine
has proven effective in tests conducted in Asia and Latin America.

Other dengue vaccines are in various trial stages throughout the world. This
includes DENVax (Phase II trials), TDENV PIV (Phase II study) and V180
(Phase I stage). There is no timetable for when, or if, these vaccines will be
available in the United States.

As of now, the best form of dengue protection for U.S. travelers is through
preventing mosquito bites.

How Can I Prevent Dengue Fever?

As a mosquito-borne disease, preventing dengue is as simple as preventing
mosquito bites. There is no approved dengue vaccine in the United States.
Many health organizations suggest the following to protect yourself from
dengue:

 Wear long-sleeve shirts and long pants.

 Treat clothes with repellents like permethrin.
 Use EPA-registered mosquito repellent like DEET.
 Consider using mosquito netting if you will be in an areas with many mosquitoes.
 Make sure windows and doors screens are closed to avoid allowing mosquitoes into
inclosed spaces.
 Avoid areas with standing water. Especially at times of high mosquito activity like
dawn and dusk.