Infectious diseases specialists diagnose and treat infections from bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, focusing on fevers, antibiotics, and vaccines.
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Treatment for Dengue is primarily supportive, as there is no specific cure for the virus. The goal is to manage symptoms, prevent dehydration, and, most critically, recognize the onset of the life-threatening Critical Phase (plasma leakage and shock) to intervene immediately.
Controlling the high fever and severe pain is essential for patient comfort and preventing further fluid loss.
Monitoring Protocol
The most vital part of treatment occurs during the Critical Phase (Days 3–7), when fever drops. This phase requires meticulous monitoring of blood tests and vital signs, a specialty of LIV Hospital’s infectious disease unit.
In Dengue, treatment involves specialized procedures to manage the effects of the leaky blood vessels and restore circulation.
Fluid Management and Critical Care
For patients who develop Severe Dengue (plasma leakage), aggressive intervention is required to prevent shock.
Blood Product Support
In cases of severe bleeding (hemorrhage) due to drastically low platelet counts, blood product support may be necessary.
Surgery is not used to treat the Dengue virus. However, surgical intervention may be required to treat severe, life-threatening complications caused by the disease.
Treating Complications
Why Choose LIV Hospital for Dengue
LIV Hospital is equipped with a dedicated Infectious Disease and Critical Care Unit experienced in managing tropical fevers. Our expertise in continuous hemodynamic monitoring (blood pressure and circulation) ensures rapid detection of the critical shock phase, leading to high survival rates.
Recovery begins once the patient passes the critical phase and their platelet count begins to rise. Rehabilitation focuses on regaining strength and monitoring for long-term effects.
What to Expect After Treatment
The recovery phase starts 7–10 days after the onset of fever.
Long-term Management and Follow-up
Patients require ongoing monitoring, especially if they had severe disease.
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Treatment options are supportive, focusing on managing pain (Acetaminophen only), preventing dehydration with Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS), and aggressive intravenous fluid therapy to prevent shock in severe cases.
The severe symptoms last 5–7 days. The critical danger period (shock) is usually less than 48 hours. Full recovery, including relief from fatigue and joint pain, takes 2 to 4 weeks.
No, surgery is not used to treat the virus. Surgery is only needed in extremely rare cases for severe complications, such as draining dangerous fluid buildup around the lungs.
Only Acetaminophen (paracetamol) is used for fever and pain. Aspirin/Ibuprofen are avoided. In some cases, IV fluids and blood product transfusions are used for life support.
You can expect profound fatigue and lingering joint aches for several weeks. The primary expectation is that the doctor will monitor your blood tests daily until your platelet count is confirmed to be rising safely.
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