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Dengue is a mosquito-borne disease more common in tropical countries. Symptoms include fever, joint pain, headache, and skin rashes. It is transmitted by the female Aedes mosquito's bite.

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What are the dengue prevention measures and immunity tips?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understand your concern.

Having low platelet-8000/cumm. Testing of dengue, NS1 is negative.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is definitely not normal. Even though the dengue antigen is negative, the low platelet count gives suspicion of dengue. The line of management is on the right way.

Is it possible to have low blood pressure and symptoms of anemia after dengue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The positive direct Coombs test is suggestive of some form of hemolytic anemia in which antibodies bind to red blood cells.

What is the treatment for dengue?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and can understand your health concern. Dengue is a viral fever and there is no specific medicine for dengue.

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My sister got dengue fever for the second time. Is she in danger?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I had gone through all the data posted. Dengue is a common viral illness. The difference is that there will be profound dehydration, so keep her well hydrated.

Why is the bilirubin level not decreasing after jaundice?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw the report (attachment removed to protect patient identity), and in your history, you did not mention your father's alcohol history.

I noticed a blood clot after passing stools. What is wrong with me?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. A dengue NS1 antigen positive confirms dengue viral fever. Your platelet count was within the normal range, which prevents you from bleeding.

Should I worry about low platelet count with fever if dengue test is negative?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The report suggests some form of viral infection (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You have ruled out dengue.

What causes platelet count to decrease post-transfusions?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Firstly, do not panic. Dengue is a self-recovering condition. His platelet counts will gradually rise. Platelet transfusion is fine.

My friend has dengue with low platelet count. Will papaya increase the platelet count?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query carefully, and I want to suggest you that papaya helps increase the platelet count.

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