Dengue

What is dengue?

• Dengue is a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes.

• Dengue is a bacterial infection transmitted by mosquitoes.

• Dengue is a genetic disorder passed down through families.

• Dengue is caused by a parasite found in contaminated water.

How is dengue transmitted?

• Infected Aedes mosquitoes

• Via airborne transmission

• By direct contact with an infected person

• Through contaminated water

What are the common symptoms of dengue?

• Low fever, mild headache

• Cough, runny nose

• High fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, skin rash

• Back pain, sore throat

How can dengue be prevented?

• Preventive measures include eliminating standing water, using mosquito repellent, wearing protective clothing, and using mosquito nets.

• Avoiding fruits and vegetables

• Drinking more water

• Using hand sanitizer

What is the vector responsible for transmitting dengue?

• Housefly

• Culex mosquito

• Aedes mosquito

• Anopheles mosquito

What is the difference between dengue fever and severe dengue?

• Dengue fever and severe dengue have the same symptoms.

• Dengue fever and severe dengue are caused by different viruses.

• Dengue fever is milder, while severe dengue is more serious and life-threatening.

• Severe dengue is less severe than dengue fever.

What should you do if you suspect you have dengue?

• Avoid seeking medical attention and hope the symptoms go away on their own

• Ignore the symptoms and continue with daily activities

• Self-medicate without consulting a healthcare professional

• Seek medical attention, rest, stay hydrated, and monitor symptoms.

Why is it important to eliminate standing water around your home to prevent dengue?

• To increase the humidity in the area

• To provide a habitat for beneficial insects

• To create a natural barrier against pests

• To prevent the breeding of mosquitoes that carry the dengue virus.

Can dengue be treated with antibiotics?

• Yes

• Only in severe cases

• No

• Sometimes

In which regions of the world is dengue most commonly found?

• Southeast Asia, Western Pacific, Americas, Africa, Eastern Mediterranean

• Europe

• Australia

• Antarctica