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Dengue fever and its epidemiological characteristics: a study from Eastern India

Background Dengue fever (DF) has become a major global public health problem. In India, epidemics are becoming more frequent. Dengue infection ranges from mild illness to a severe form of haemorrhagic fever and shock syndrome which may prove fatal. Early recognition and meticulous management are very important to save precious lives from this killer disease.

Methods Total 82 patients (63 male, 19 female) admitted with diagnosis of dengue fever were analysed in details from clinical features to outcomes.

Results Fever was the most consistent symptoms. Biochemical abnormalities in liver function test were very evident. Bleeding manifestations has no correlation with platelet count.  Platelet transfusion was needed in very few patients.

Conclusions High suspicion, early investigations and diagnosis is very important to prevent fatal complications of dengue fever and adequate hydration is one of the most effective treatments.