TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – Entering the rainy season, case Dengue fever Dengue (DHF) has increased in several areas. Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) is a viral disease carried by Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes.
When entering the rainy season, many puddles of water become mosquito habitats. This kind of environment is very suitable for mosquitoes to breed. Generally, the symptoms of DHF are mild and appear 4-7 days after the mosquito bite. However, this condition can develop into a severe condition that can lead to death if treated too late.
When hit DBDThe thing to watch out for is dehydration because it can cause death. This is because the toxins released by the virus trigger the dilation of blood vessels. The fluid then moves out of the blood vessels, into the tissues, and the body becomes increasingly dehydrated. This plasma leakage can also cause shock in DHF patients.
Getting fluid therapy or rehydration is a way that can be used to prevent the bad effects of DHF. The choice of fluid administration is also important, especially drinks or fluid therapy containing electrolytes, to treat dehydration. Health educator Samuel Pola Karta Sembiring through his Instagram account, shares four types of drink which can help recover from dengue.
Illustration of drinking isotonic liquid. Shutterstock
isotonic fluid
Some DHF patients are often dehydrated. Isotonic drinks generally contain lots of electrolytes so they can replace lost body ions.
ORS
You are certainly no stranger to ORS. ORS is often used by parents when their child has diarrhea. This drink can also be relied on to replace lost electrolytes.
Jus
Fruit juices are a good source of electrolytes for the body. Bananas, oranges, kiwis, and avocados are some of the fruits that are high in potassium or potassium. Meanwhile, tomatoes are rich in sodium or sodium.
Milk
You can use any milk, even WHO strongly recommends the use of milk for DHF patients. However, Samuel advises avoiding chocolate milk because if you vomit it can cloud the doctor’s diagnosis of suspected gastrointestinal bleeding.
Also read: How to First Aid for Dengue Fever Patients
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