Dengue cases increased in Punjab after recent rains. In the last week, 20 people tested positive for dengue. Public health experts expect more cases soon. They see a problem with stagnant water. Rain left water in streets, ponds, and rooftops.
In the past 30 days, Punjab reported 57 dengue cases. Some officials believe these numbers are too low. They think the real number might be much higher. They worry that dengue cases could be 30 times more than reported.
Family doctors in Punjab noticed more patients with dengue symptoms. These doctors run clinics in local streets. They see a lot of people with dengue signs.
Health authorities must act quickly. They need to speed up anti-dengue efforts. Experts say they should destroy mosquito larvae. This will help stop the spread of dengue fever.
What Are the Symptoms of Dengue Flu?
It can look like the flu or malaria. The sickness usually lasts three to seven days. Here are the symptoms:
- High fever starts suddenly.
- Bad headaches.
- Pain behind the eyes.
- Sore muscles and joints.
- Feeling sick to the stomach.
- Throwing up.
- Swollen glands.
- Rash appears a few days after the fever.
A few people get a severe form called dengue hemorrhagic fever. This happens as the fever starts to go away. Symptoms include:
- Constant vomiting.
- Fast breathing.
- Blood in vomit.
- Bleeding gums.
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