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TREAMENT
Treatment for dengue is symptomatic and supportive. Follow-up is also important for proper
observation and monitoring of patients.
DENGUE FEVER
Give paracetamol every 6 hours, if the patient still has high fever do tepid sponge bath. DO NOT
give acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), ibuprofen, or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, as
these drugs may aggrevate bleeding.
DEHYDRATION
Encourage oral intake of oral rehydration solution (ORS), fruit juices and other fluids containing
electrolytes and sugar to replace losses from fever and vomiting.
HEMORRHAGE
Ensure strict bed rest and protect patient from trauma to reduce the risk of bleeding.
NOSE BLEEDING
Maintain an elevated position and apply ice compress to promote vasoconstriction. If there is
gum bleeding, give ice chips, and advice the patient to use soft-bristled toothbrush. For
gastrointestinal bleeding place the patient on NPO. In case of shock, place patient in dorsal
recumbent position to promote circulation.
TERTIARY PREVENTION
Continuity of 4’s
Dengvaxia vaccine only to those individuals who experienced dengue is the only suitable for this
kind of vaccine.