Dengue Fever:

• Cause: Caused by the dengue virus, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes.
• Symptoms: Sudden high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, joint and muscle pain, rash, and bleeding manifestations in severe cases (dengue hemorrhagic fever).
• Diagnosis: Blood tests (PCR or antibody tests) to detect the virus or its antibodies.
• Treatment: Supportive care with fluid replacement, pain relievers (avoiding NSAIDs), and monitoring for signs of severe dengue.

 Malaria:

• Cause: Caused by parasites of the Plasmodium species, transmitted through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes.
• Symptoms: Recurrent cycles of fever, chills, sweats, headache, nausea, and vomiting.
• Diagnosis: Blood smear microscopy or rapid diagnostic tests to identify the malaria parasite.
• Treatment: Antimalarial medications such as chloroquine, artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs), or other drugs depending on the species and drug resistance patterns.

Fever Management 

At Jeev Multispeciality Hospital, we provide comprehensive care for patients presenting with fever due to infectious diseases like typhoid, dengue, or malaria:

Diagnostic Approach:

• Rapid Testing: Utilizing advanced diagnostic tests to accurately identify the specific cause of fever.
• Clinical Evaluation: Assessing symptoms, travel history, and exposure risks to determine the likely infectious agent.

Treatment Strategies:

• Targeted Therapies: Administering appropriate antibiotics for bacterial infections like typhoid, antiviral therapies for dengue, and antimalarial medications for malaria.
• Symptomatic Relief: Managing fever, pain, and other symptoms with supportive care, including hydration and rest.

Monitoring and Follow-Up:

• Close Observation: Monitoring fever patterns, vital signs, and complications associated with each specific infection.
• Recovery Support: Providing guidance on home care, follow-up visits, and monitoring for potential complications post-treatment.

Preventive Measures:

• Patient Education: Educating patients on preventive measures, such as vector control (mosquito control for dengue and malaria), safe food and water practices, and vaccination where available (e.g., typhoid vaccine).

Multidisciplinary Team Approach:

• Collaborative Care: Involving infectious disease specialists, internists, nurses, and support staff to ensure coordinated and effective treatment.