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Dengue Fever: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention

  Dengue fever is a viral infection that is transmitted by mosquitoes in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can cause mild to severe symptoms, and sometimes it can be life-threatening. In this blog post, we will discuss the causes and symptoms of dengue fever, how to diagnose it, and how to prevent and treat it. Causes of Dengue Fever Dengue fever is a viral disease that is primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. These mosquitoes are the vectors responsible for transmitting the dengue virus to humans through their bites. There are four types of dengue virus, and infection with one type does not provide immunity to the others. The main cause of dengue fever is the bite of an infected female Aedes mosquito, which usually bites during the day. The mosquito can become infected by biting a person who has the virus in their blood, and then transmit it to another person. Mild Dengue Fever Symptoms Most people who get infected