He also explained that the spread of ponds, sewage swamps and the accumulation of large amounts of garbage create fertile breeding grounds where dengue fever carrier mosquitoes can grow. Surveillance is ongoing in the surrounding villages and districts for early detection.In October 2015, Egypt also faced an outbreak of dengue fever in a village in the Dayrout district of Assiut governorate. The international organization explains that the disease’s spread is influenced by rainfall, temperature and unplanned rapid urbanization.What are the symptoms of dengue fever?The dengue symptoms usually begin four to six days after infection and last for up to 10 days. The virus’ symptoms may progress to massive bleeding, shock and death, which is dubbed the dengue shock syndrome.How is dengue fever diagnosed?The only way to diagnose dengue infection is through blood tests to check for the virus or antibodies in the blood stream.How is dengue fever treated?There is no specific medicine or antibiotic to treat the infection. Some researchers recommend using the Papaya leaf extract to treat dengue fever.

Source: Egypt Today October 30, 2017 14:48 UTC