Dengue is a common pediatric condition requiring early diagnosis and appropriate management.
Dengue affects infants or children and may be acute or chronic.
Infections, genetic factors, immune disorders, nutritional deficiencies or environmental triggers.
Young age, family history, poor nutrition, lack of vaccination, exposure to infections.
Fever, cough, breathing difficulty, pain, vomiting, diarrhea, rash or condition-specific symptoms.
History, examination, laboratory tests, imaging and specialist evaluation.
Medicines, supportive care, hospitalization when needed, surgery if indicated, rehabilitation and follow-up.
Experienced pediatricians, advanced diagnostics, emergency services, child-friendly care, vaccination clinic and multidisciplinary support.
Q: Can it be prevented?
A: Many conditions can be reduced by vaccination, nutrition and hygiene.
Q: When should I seek emergency care?
A: If the child has breathing difficulty, seizures, dehydration, persistent fever or reduced consciousness.