Dengue cases are increasing across the country On Tuesday, Delhi reported two more deaths caused by dengue; the number of cases of this mosquito borne virus has risen to 2,115 this year. In September, Delhi registered its first dengue death of the year after a 54-year-old man succumbed to the virus at Lok Nayak Hospital. Last year, Delhi reported 19 dengue deaths.
What's driving dengue cases in Delhi? Extreme pain in the stomach One of the key signs that dengue is worsening is severe, persistent abdominal pain. This pain is usually accompanied by continuous vomiting. While mild nausea and vomiting are common in early dengue fever, excessive vomiting and unbearable stomach pain indicate a dangerous shift towards dengue hemorrhagic fever.
The intensity of the pain is a red flag for internal bleeding. Bleeding gums, nosebleeds, easy bruising, etc. Uncontrolled or spontaneous bleeding is one of the most life-threatening symptoms of severe dengue.
This can manifest as bleeding gums, nosebleeds, easy bruising, or blood in stools or vomit. Women may experience heavy menstrual bleeding. The reason behind this is the drop in platelet count, which makes it difficult for the blood to clot.
In advanced cases, internal bleeding can occur, which is often not visible to the naked eye but is extremely dangerous. High fever, extreme fatigue In severe cases of dengue, the fever becomes intense, often spiking up to 104°F (40°C). This high fever is usually accompanied by extreme fatigue and we.