What is the incubation period for dengue fever

The incubation period for dengue fever is generally 5 to 14 days, but a small percentage of patients may become asymptomatic after dengue virus infection. Patients with suspected or confirmed dengue fever should be treated aggressively.

Dengue fever is an acute infectious disease caused by the dengue virus, which is mainly transmitted through mosquito bites. The clinical manifestations are high fever, rash, muscle and bone and joint pain, and in severe cases, shock, hemorrhage and nervous system damage may occur. At present, there is no specific antiviral drug, and symptomatic supportive treatment is the mainstay.

The disease is more common in summer and autumn, and is usually more common during the rainy season.The incubation period is 5-14 days, and most patients will have symptoms such as fever, headache, and fatigue. If the condition is mild, you may not experience significant discomfort. However, if the condition is severe, symptoms such as persistent high fever, severe headache, nausea and vomiting may occur.

Once dengue fever is diagnosed, it is necessary to go to the hospital in time and actively cooperate with the doctor for targeted treatment. At the same time, we should also pay attention to rest, ensure sufficient sleep time, and avoid staying up late. Try to eat light and easy-to-digest foods in your diet, such as millet porridge, pumpkin porridge, etc., and you can also eat more foods rich in vitamin C, such as kiwi fruit, oranges, etc.

In addition, it is necessary to take personal protective measures in daily life and avoid going to crowded places to avoid increasing the risk of cross-infection.