What is the treatment for dengue fever?
Because dengue fever is caused by a virus, there is no specific medicine or antibiotic to treat it. For typical dengue, the treatment is concerned with relief of the symptoms. Rest and fluid intake for hydration is important.
Aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should only be taken under a doctor's supervision because of the possibility of worsening bleeding complications.Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and codeine may be given for severe headache and for joint and muscle pain (myalgia).
What is the prognosis for typical dengue fever?
Typical dengue is fatal in less than 1% of cases. The acute phase of the illness with fever and myalgias lasts about one to two weeks. Convalescence is accompanied by a feeling ofweakness (asthenia), and full recovery often takes several weeks.
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