Alert! They report the first death due to dengue coinfection

After the case, they warn that there is a possibility of contracting two serotypes of the disease

Infections due to dengue continue. After days of anguish due to massive contagion, the death of a patient due to coinfection has been reported in the country. As reported, specialists argue that the death would be due to a simultaneous infection of two different serotypes of the virus transmitted by the mosquito Temples of the Egyptians.

Following the report, it is known that the dengue victim is a 37-year-old man. It should be noted that after the first case reported, specialists have activated the alarms since it is the first case based on the existence of two serotypes in the patient’s body.

Dengue is a major public health problem in Peru and in many parts of the tropical and subtropical world. Here I provide you with relevant information about dengue in Peru:

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Symptoms of Dengue

Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, mainly by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Symptoms usually appear 4 to 10 days after the mosquito bite and include:

• Sudden high fever
• Intense headache
• Pain behind the eyes
• Muscle and joint pain
• Nausea and vomiting
• Acne
• Lightly bleeding, like an encías’ nosebleed

In more severe cases, severe dengue (also known as dengue hemorrhagic fever) may develop, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention.

Measures to Prevent Dengue in Peru

The Government and health authorities in Peru implement several measures to prevent the spread of dengue and protect the population:

1. Vector Control: Intensive mosquito control programs are carried out, including fumigation and elimination of mosquito breeding sites in prone areas.
2. Education and Awareness: Authorities carry out public education campaigns to inform the population about dengue prevention, including how to eliminate stagnant water where mosquitoes breed.
3. Medical Care and Epidemiological Surveillance: Epidemiological surveillance is reinforced to quickly detect and treat cases of dengue. Health services are trained to recognize symptoms and provide appropriate care.
4. Promotion of Personal Prevention Measures: The population is recommended to use insect repellent, clothing that covers the skin and mosquito nets on windows and doors.
5. Intersectoral Coordination: There is coordination between the different sectors of the government and local communities to combat dengue in a comprehensive manner.

It is important for people to be aware of these prevention efforts and also take personal steps to protect themselves from dengue. If you have more questions or need additional information, please let me know.