Health sources say that the number of dengue patients reported in the country is increasing rapidly. Accordingly, the number of dengue patients reported in the country has increased to 1069 in the past 24 hours, said Dr. Kapila Kannangara, Director of the National Dengue Control Unit.
The total number of dengue patients reported in the country so far has increased to 45,037 and the death toll has increased to 28.
Symptoms of Dengue Fever -:
High fever, vomiting/nausea, headache, neck pain, pain under the eyes. Redness of the face and upper body (easily visible in people with fair skin). Small blood under the skin (red spots and minor bleeding conditions). If the fever persists for more than two days, seek advice from a qualified doctor. Risk symptoms: If the following symptoms occur, it is important to seek treatment immediately. (Most often seen on the 3rd day or later).
symptoms even after the fever has subsided. Increased thirst, refusal to eat and drink, abdominal pain, lethargy, restlessness, restlessness, excessive sleepiness. Less or no urine output for six hours or more. Bleeding conditions (from the nose, gums, skin, vagina) Black or brown vomit or stool. If you have symptoms of dengue fever, avoid strenuous activities and rest. Avoid sending children to school.
Stay under mosquito nets as much as possible during fever. Give paracetamol only in the prescribed dose and at the prescribed intervals.
Avoid giving aspirin, aspirin or other painkillers in any form (suppositories) to relieve fever or pain. Drink fluids. Porridge, soup, green tea, yogurt, fruit juice are best for this.
Eat light foods that are easily digestible. Avoid red, brown, and black foods.
Keep your environment clean to prevent dengue.