Although the symptoms of dengue, Zika virus and Chikungunya fever are similar there are some differences between them that help identify these diseases.
Although the three diseases are caused by the bite of the Aedes Aegypti mosquito, the virus of each of them is different and that is why they manifest in different ways and have different duration and complications.
Here are the specific symptoms of each disease:
Although there are 4 types of dengue the symptoms are always the same. However, people who have had this disease are more likely to develop the hemorrhagic form of the disease. Its symptoms include red eyes, intense vomiting, pale, cold, moist skin and bleeding. In case of suspicion one should go to the hospital to perform the treatment that includes serum and blood plasma.
Treatment of Dengue, Zika Virus and Chikungunya Fever
The treatment of these 3 diseases are similar, with measures that involve pain relief and hydration. The medications listed are usually Paracetamol or Dipyrone, but these should only be used when recommended by your doctor. Aspirin should not be used because it increases the risk of bleeding. See the commercial name of some medicines that should not be used in case of dengue, Zika or Chicungunya by clicking here.
When the symptoms of these diseases manifest themselves it is important to take the individual to a medical consultation because the cases of Dengue, Zika virus and Chikungunya should be informed to the authorities and because complications can arise that compromise the life of the individual.
How to avoid these diseases
The period of greatest risk of dengue fever, Zika virus and chikungunya fever is in the summer, especially during or after rainy days because Aedes Aegypti, breeds in clean and still water and the best way to avoid these diseases is to prevent the proliferation of the mosquito, eliminating all clean and still water from homes, streets and businesses.
Another strategy, which can help prevent mosquito bites, is to eat foods rich in vitamin B1, such as Ovomaltine, brown rice and brewer's yeast, or by taking a vitamin supplement from the pharmacy.
Learn what you can do to eliminate the mosquito:
- Natural Insecticide against Dengue
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