Healthshots

By Arushi Bidhuri

Published Jun 20, 2023

Symptoms of Dengue You Should Know

Dengue is a viral infection spread by a mosquito called Aedes aegypti. It is a major public health concern in India, with the infection spreading in many cities yet again.

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Symptoms Of Dengue

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The symptoms of dengue can vary in severity and some individuals may experience mild symptoms, while others may develop a more severe form of dengue. Know the common symptoms of dengue.

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A person with dengue may experience high fever, which can reach 104 degrees Celsius or even higher.

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High Fever

If you have been experiencing headaches, especially behind your eyes, it could be a sign of dengue.

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Severe Headache

Also called "breakbone fever", dengue can lead to severe joint and muscle pain. If you have been experiencing body pain along with other symptoms, get it checked.

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Body Pain

A skin rash usually appears around 2-5 days after the onset of fever if you have dengue. It can look like red spots or small red or purple spots.

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Rash

Dengue can cause pain behind the eyes, which you may feel more when moving your eyes.

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Eye Pain

Just like other fevers, dengue can also cause generalised weakness and fatigue.

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Fatigue

Feeling nauseous and vomiting are common in people infected with dengue. If you experience nausea along with other symptoms, get yourself checked.

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Nausea

Severe dengue can cause your lymph nodes to enlarge, particularly in the neck and groin areas.

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Swollen Lymph Nodes

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