Fever, Chills, Headache? Do You have Dengue?

Are you suffering from sudden, high fever?

Severe headaches?

Do you have pain behind your eyes?

Are you feeling fatigued and nauseated?

Do you have skin rashes?

Well, you may have dengue. The above symptoms may begin four to six days after infection and last for up to 10 days.

What is Dengue Fever?

Dengue fever is a viral infection. It is transmitted to humans by mosquitoes. Sometimes people with dengue fever have no symptoms. But do not neglect dengue fever. It can turn into a much more severe form called dengue hemorrhagic fever or DHF.

You are suffering from any symptoms of dengue; you can get yourself immediately tested. Dengue test in Kolkata is a common test provided by all major healthcare service providers.

What is a Dengue NS1 test?

The dengue NS1 antigen test is for early diagnosis of dengue fever. This test is used to find if dengue NS1 antigen is present in the bloodstream. It is a protein and toxin produced by the dengue virus. It is detected in the lab by ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) method. As soon the dengue symptoms show up in the blood of an infected person, the NS1 antigen can be detected. This test thus is extremely helpful in early detection of the dengue virus.

Dengue NS1 test costs around Rs 900 in Kolkata region.

How can Dengue Fever be Prevented?

The best way to prevent the dengue is to avoid bites by Aedes agypti mosquitoes that spread the virus.

You can try taking the following precautionary measures:

• Use mosquito repellents or sprays.
• Try wearing long-sleeved shirts and long pants tucked into socks while going outdoors.
• Try to use air conditioning if available indoors.
• Check your windows for any holes present. Mend them immediately.
• Try using mosquito nets if your sleeping area does not have air conditioning.
• Speak to your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of dengue.

What does the result of your NS1 test for Dengue mean?

If your NS1 test result comes positive, it confirms that you have dengue virus infection.

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