Dengue has caused serious problems in Bengaluru, Karnataka’s capital. On July 7, the city reported 80 new cases of dengue, while the entire state recorded 159 new cases on the same day. Shockingly, six people have lost their lives to dengue across Karnataka.
Dengue cases in Karnataka this year are alarming, with a total of 7,000 reported cases in the state so far. As of July 6, Bengaluru alone has recorded 1,908 positive cases, the highest in Karnataka.
Dengue cases are rising quickly across various districts of Karnataka. Chikmagalur has reported 521 cases, Mysore 496, and Haveri 481 cases so far. Dharwad has recorded 289 cases, and Chitradurga 275 cases. The Karnataka Health Department has urged people to take precautions and seek prompt medical attention if they show symptoms, due to the increasing dengue cases.
Dengue is an illness transmitted by the bite of the Aedes mosquito. It leads to high fever, headaches, and muscle and joint pain. Dengue causes a rapid drop in the body’s platelet count, requiring immediate hospitalization to prevent potential fatalities from untreated conditions. Identifying its symptoms is crucial for effective treatment of dengue.
Dengue symptoms typically show up 4 to 6 days after infection:
- Fever rises high.
- Headaches occur.
- Eyes ache.
- Muscles and joints hurt.
- Feeling tired.
- Feeling nauseous.
- Vomiting happens.
- Skin gets red marks.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, dengue is widespread in over 100 countries worldwide, affecting approximately three billion people who live in dengue-prone regions. These areas include India, Southeast Asia, China, Africa, Taiwan, and Mexico. In 2019, India alone reported over 67,000 cases of dengue, according to data from the National Vector Borne Disease Control Program (NVBDCP).
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