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Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever
A dengue disease that occurs when a person experiences a second infection with a heterologous Dengue virus (Orthoflavivirus denguei) serotype, which is transmitted by Aedes mosquito bite. The infection causes hemorrhagic
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Seek medical help right away if you have severe, sudden, or worsening symptoms, trouble breathing, chest pain, or any symptom that feels life-threatening. This community is for peer support and education only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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Overview
What is dengue? Dengue is a viral infection. It can be caused by four related viruses. You can get it if an infected mosquito bites you. It is common in warm, wet areas of the world. Although rare, it can be found in some parts of the United States. Outbreaks are more common during rainy seasons. How does dengue spread? Dengue spreads to people through the bite of an infected mosquito. It does not spread directly from person to person. However, the infection can be passed to the baby during pregnancy. In rare cases, it can spread through a blood transfusion, organ transplant, or needle stick injury (an accidental injury from a used needle)..
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