COVID-19 has dominated the healthcare landscape for the past 7-8 months.
Amongst all the attention given to COVID-19, another viral related illness, namely Dengue fever, has silently made resurgence.
Singapore is potentially facing its largest dengue outbreak ever.
Singapore has recorded more than 26,000 dengue cases this year, surpassing the previous annual record of around 22,000 in 2013 with three months still remaining.
Currently, the cumulative number of cases for 2020 (First 37 E-weeks) is 28943.
Fortunately, dengue fever in most people is a relatively benign disease.
Below are some self-care measures one can take when diagnosed with dengue.
Unfortunately, dengue fever can present in the same way as many other viral infections such as:
More specific signs such as bleeding gums and blood in the urine often do not occur. Hence, a high index of suspicion is needed.
If you think you have dengue, visit your doctor as soon as possible.
Diagnosis is made via a simple blood test. Early diagnosis and close monitoring are key management steps in dengue fever for good outcomes.
Read more: Dengue Prevention, Symptoms, and Tests
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Healthsprings was established in 2000 with its first medical clinic located at Bukit Panjang. In 2001, the company ventured into the medical aesthetic field and has been offering Lasers, Peels, Fillers, Botulinum Injections and other aesthetic services. In 2008, Healthsprings Laser and Aesthetic is opened in Orchard Road and has been known to specialise in different aesthetic procedures for the skin, face, body, and hair.
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