Dengue fever symptoms often appear suddenly and progress over several days in a predictable pattern, though the intensity can vary from person to person. The disease progresses through different stages, each with varying severity and impact on the individual:
Day 1-3: Incubation Period
Day 4-7: Initial Dengue Symptoms
High Fever
Malaise and Fatigue
Headache
Day 5-7: Peak Dengue Symptoms
Muscle and Joint Pain
Loss of Appetite
Rash
Day 8-10: The Turning Point
Fever Breaks
Symptoms Improve (Mild Dengue)
Day 8-10 (Critical Period)
Warning Signs (Severe Dengue)
Day 11 and Beyond: Recovery (Mild Dengue)
Day 11 and Beyond (Variable)
Recovery or Hospitalisation (Severe Dengue)
Potential Complications
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