Friday, September 28, 2007

What is the treatment for dengue?

No specific treatment for classic dengue fever is implemented, but like most people, one will recover completely within 2 weeks. To accelerate and boost recovery, doctors recommend:

* Getting plenty of bed rest
* Drinking lots of fluids
* Taking medicine to reduce fever

Dengue fever patients are not advised to take aspirin. Acetaminophen is safe for most people.

For severe dengue symptoms, such as shock and coma, early emergency treatment with fluid and electrolyte replacement can be lifesaving.

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