Dengue Fever in Kids: 5 Major Symptoms to Watch Out For

The effects of dengue fever are seen differently in children than in adults. These are some basic symptoms that parents should be aware of.

National Dengue Day 2023: What seems like an insignificant creature, mosquitoes can cause fever in our bodies. A quick bite and a person can go to bed without energy. Dengue is a viral infection caused by a mosquito bite. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), dengue is a viral infection caused by the dengue virus (DENV), which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Approximately half of the world’s population is now at risk of dengue, with an estimated 100 to 400 million infections occurring annually. the most common symptoms are high fever, headache, body aches, nausea, and rash. Most will also get better in 1 to 2 weeks. Some people develop severe dengue and need care in a hospital.

Also known as broken bone disease, children are more prone to this infection.

DENGUE IN CHILDREN

Symptoms in children vary from what has been seen in adults. So parents, here are some signs and symptoms parents should be aware of:

1. vomiting
2. Nausea
3. Pain behind the eyes
4. Headache Pain in the abdomen
5. Water retention
6. Concern

PREVENTIVE TIPS FOR CHILDREN

• get enough rest
• drink plenty of fluids
• Coconut water is a good drink for dengue
• clothing that covers as much of your body as possible
• mosquito nets if you sleep during the day, ideally mosquito nets sprayed with insect repellent