What is hemorrhagic fever?
I saw a news report about a new outbreak of some 'hemorrhagic fever' in another country. It sounded very scary. What exactly is hemorrhagic fever?
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8 months ago
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Hemorrhagic fever is very scary, haan na. It is a severe viral disease where you get high fever and bleeding from nose or gums also happens. We should keep our surroundings clean to avoid mosquitoes, ho na.
7 months ago
It is a serious fever like severe dengue where the blood platelets drop and bleeding can start. While papaya leaf juice is good for normal platelet recovery, please remember that hemorrhagic fever is an emergency. You must go to the hospital immediately if there is any bleeding.
6 months ago
I read about this in my biology class, it is basically a group of illnesses caused by viruses like Ebola or even severe dengue. It messes up the blood's ability to clot, which is why it is called 'hemorrhagic'. Sounds pretty intense honestly.
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5 months ago
Hemorrhagic fever is a life-threatening condition caused by specific viral infections that damage your blood vessels. If someone has a high fever along with red spots on the skin, bruising, or bleeding, do not wait. Get them to an emergency room immediately.
4 months ago
This is a severe class of viral infections, with dengue hemorrhagic fever being the most common one we see in India. It causes internal or external bleeding along with high temperature. Proper hydration, monitoring platelets daily, and professional medical care are absolutely vital.