What actually causes dengue fever and why does it happen so suddenly?
2 months ago
I’ve seen a few dengue cases in my neighborhood recently, and it feels like people suddenly fall sick without much warning. I’m curious to understand what exactly causes dengue fever. Is it just because of mosquito bites, or are there other factors involved that increase the chances of getting infected?
Answers (1)
Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito.
These mosquitoes usually breed in clean, stagnant water and are most active during the daytime. Once the virus enters the body, it affects the immune system and leads to symptoms like high fever, headache, joint pain, and weakness.
Factors like poor sanitation, stagnant water, and lack of mosquito control increase the risk of dengue spreading in a community.
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