He dengue It is a viral disease that spread in the population due to being transmitted by mosquitos (especially the type Aedes aegypti). The bite of a mosquito carrying this has claimed several lives and others a bad time that lasts for days and it seems to have no end.
People with dengue usually heal between a week or two, this will depend on the immune system, age, sex, or the variety they have infected. It is important to go to the doctor and, within that time, pay attention to the symptoms in case of becoming hemorrhagic.
After having dengue, are there any after-effects?
Dengue, in most cases, leaves no sequelae. According to the Dra. Mary Uscamaytaspecialist in Infectology and Internal Medicine, the consequences of dengue are minimal and affect only approximately 25% of patients.
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Fatigue, drowsiness, decreased concentration and memory. It occurs between the week after and up to 3 months after being infected by dengue. In some cases it persists for longer and affects the person in their daily activities.
Neurological sequelae
Complications of dengue can present sequelae of this type, such as peripheral neuropathy that affects the nervous system and therefore causes: pain, tingling, numbness and weakness in extremities. It may have an impact on limiting physical activity capabilities.
Psychological consequences
People who have gone through more serious complications, even more so those with hospitalization, may experience: anxiety, depression, stress and live in constant fear of the disease.
Does it also affect liver function?
Many patients have heard about this and it worries them. Although there is data where there were patients with a transient liver dysfunctionit only happens in few cases. It usually happens when the person already had related health problems and when it is not treated correctly the disease. Remember not to overdo your medication and stay well hydrated.
And detected If any of these consequences go to your trusted doctor to receive support through medicated or psychological treatments and thus check any anomaly.
Themes
- Dengue
- Health
- Disease
- Psychology
- Mary Uscamayta
