How dengue virus spread?
With the monsoon season approaching, there's a lot of talk about dengue again in our area. I know it's from mosquitoes, but I want to understand the exact mechanism. How does the dengue virus spread from person to person?
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4 months ago
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I get so paranoid every time I hear a buzz near my ear, thinking it's the dengue virus spreading. It gets transmitted when an Aedes mosquito bites an infected person and then carries the virus to a healthy person. Let's all keep our window screens closed to stay safe.
7 months ago
I just recovered from dengue last week, and believe me, those joint pains are no joke. The virus spreads strictly through the bite of the female Aedes mosquito. Make sure you use nets and don't let any water accumulate in your balcony.
6 months ago
The dengue virus is carried by mosquitoes and doesn't spread through food or contact. But if you do catch it, keeping your hydration up is crucial. As a diabetic, I have to be very careful with sugary juices during recovery, so stick to plain water or coconut water if infected.
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5 months ago
It is totally normal to feel anxious when there's a dengue outbreak in the city, especially with how bad the fever can get. Just remember it only spreads via infected mosquito bites, not through air or sharing food. Keep your mosquito repellents handy to ease your mind.
4 months ago
The hospital doctors explained to us that the dengue virus cannot spread directly from person to person. It needs the mosquito vector to transmit. If you have high fever and severe body pain, don't wait at home, get a blood test done and consult your doctor immediately.