Dengue is the most prevalent disease especially in india it is very important to do a timely intervention. This article will focus on the dengue fever its symptoms and what are the test one can take for the diagnosis of this...
As soon as the monsoon season comes the number of cases of dengue also rises as this is the perfect time for mosquitoes for breeding . Dengue is among the popular and hazardous diseases and if the timely management is not done it can become deadly too.
According to the studies, every year around 33 million cases of dengue occur in india. India alone contributes to one third of the global dengue burden. The increase in cases of dengue is threatening but we do not have to live in fear of this disease. It is important to understand the disease symptoms , diagnosis and the importance of taking effective treatment on time.
What is dengue
In simple words dengue is nothing but a disease caused by the bite of a female aedes mosquito. The virus that causes the disease is called dengue virus. Dengue virus causes a drop in the platelet level Therefore early diagnosis of this disease is important for effective treatment.
Symptoms of dengue fever
Following are the symptoms of dengue fever
- High fever
- Lethargy
- Nausea and vomiting
- Intense body pain
- Redness or rashes
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Abdominal pain
- Bleeding from nose and gums
- Breathlessness
Tips to protect yourself from the dengue infection
- Make sure there is no stagnant water in your nearby places
- Start using mosquito repellants cream and spray to protect yourself from mosquito bite
- Wear protective clothing
- Eat well-balanced diet which helps in boosting the immunity
- Maintain hygiene and cleanliness
Common tests for the diagnosis of dengue
- Dengue NS1 test- this test diagnoses the non structural protein of the dengue virus. this test helps in the early diagnosis of the infection your doctor suggest you to get this test done in the first five days of the infections
- Dengue RNA Quantitative test- this test can help in detecting the dengue virus at an early stage.
- Immunoglobulin M (IgM)- this test looks for the antibodies in the blood which usually occur in the acute phase of an infection
- Immunoglobulin G (IgG) - the level of IgG antibodies increases slowly therefore this test helps the diagnosis of an antibodies on later stages.
Dengue test preparation
No specific preparation is needed for this test
Procedure
This is a simple blood test. In this test your lab technician will take a blood sample from your vein using a sterile needle, after the needle is inserted the blood sample is then taken into a test tube. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in and out of the skin. The whole process usually takes around 5 minutes only.
Dengue test at ganesh diagnostic centre
Ganesh diagnostic is one of the most trusted diagnostic centres. We have served more than 1m+ happy customers,the price of dengue test varies based on the type of test but one thing we can promise, that we provide all tests at competitive prices. You can get this test done at the comfort of your home, we provide free home sample collection services with no extra cost. So if you suspect a dengue infection then delay no more and book your dengue test today because health is wealth
Frequently asked question
How can i recover from dengue fever
Take healthy diet and drink plenty of fluids for the fast recovery from the dengue infection
What does the results mean
The positive results means that you have a dengue infection and the negative results indicates that you don't have a dengue infection
Can dengue fever is transmitted from one person to another
No, the dengue fever cannot transfer from one person to another it can only transmitted by the bite of a female aedes mosquito
What are the symptoms of dengue fever
Bleeding gums and nose,rashes, fever, headache,fatigue, abdominal pain ,nausea and vomiting are few symptoms of dengue fever
What can i do to prevent my loved ones from the dengue fever
Start using good quality mosquito repellent,avoid stagnant water in your house and nearby places, maintain the cleanliness, get yourself and your loved one tested in case of suspicion of dengue fever.
Can children also take this test
Yes, anyone can get this test done even the childrens also.
