25/07/2024
‼️‼️‼️There seems to be a rise in Dengue cases lately. Please be reminded of the 4S.
Specially the last one - SEEK TIMELY
CONSULTATION.
The symptoms of Dengue can overlap with other viral illnesses, to cite:
-high fever
-severe headache
-pain behind the eyes/retroorbital pain
-muscle and joint pains
-nausea
-vomiting
-swollen glands
-rash
DO NOT WAIT FOR SYMPTOMS TO GO SEVERE BEFORE YOU SEEK CONSULTATION.
Also be watchful of these symptoms, that is often present WHEN FEVER HAS GONE AWAY:
-severe abdominal pain
-persistent vomiting
-rapid breathing
-bleeding gums or nose
-fatigue
-restlessness
-blood in vomit or stool
-being very thirsty
-pale and cold skin
-feeling weak
