MANAGEMENT OF DENGUE FEVER IN TANZANIA

 

 

Dengue fever is in fact a self-limited illness. We have no specific antiviral treatment currently available for dengue fever in Tanzania and in other parts of the world.

Supportive care with analgesics, fluid replacement( in Tanzania we prefer RL- RINGER LACTATE),  and bed rest is usually sufficient management of this dangerous viral infection. Acetaminophen( paracetamol) may be used to treat fever and relieve other symptoms.  Management of severe dengue requires careful attention to fluid management and proactive treatment of hemorrhage.

Aspirin, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and corticosteroids should be avoided..