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Dengue
Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by the Aedes mosquitoes. These mosquitoes bite mainly during daytime.
Most people have no symptoms. However, some develop symptoms after a few days to a maximum of two weeks, such as:
- fever
- nausea and vomiting
- headache
- joint and muscle pain
- red blotchy skin rash
In very rare cases, there is a severe life-threatening course with multiple organ failure, bleeding or fluid accumulation.
There is no specific treatment for this disease. In travellers the risk of life-threatening complications are very low.
Risk areas
This disease occurs in (sub)tropical regions.
However, in recent years there have been several outbreaks in non-tropical regions, such as Southern Europe.
There is usually no risk above an altitude of 2000metres.
Prevention
Mosquito-repellent measures
Be thorough in the use of mosquito-repellent measures, from sunrise to sunset.
Vaccination
There is a vaccine available.
In case of symptoms
Seek medical advice if you suffer any symptoms.
Additional information for doctors
