Buenos Aires, January 20 (NA) — A new case of dengue has been confirmed in the province of Entre Ríos, with a history of travel to Brazil. The total number of people affected by this disease rises to 14, with the circulation of DENV 1, DENV 2, and DENV 3 strains detected. Additionally, 67% of cases reported a travel history to Paraguay, Mexico, Indonesia, Brazil, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, and Cuba. This was indicated in a report from the National Epidemiological Bulletin (BEN), accessed by the Argentine News Agency regarding this viral disease transmitted by the bite of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which is characterized by its black color with white stripes on its legs and abdomen. After an incubation period of 4 to 10 days, dengue typically begins with a sudden high fever, intense headache, muscle and joint pains, discomfort behind the eyes, nausea, and general malaise. In some cases, between the third and seventh day, a critical phase may occur, coinciding with the drop in fever and increasing the risk of complications. “It is essential to recognize the warning signs that require immediate medical consultation, such as severe and persistent abdominal pain, repeated vomiting, bleeding, excessive sleepiness, or marked irritability,” warned Dr. Valeria El Haj. In case of suspected dengue, specialists advise against self-medication and especially warn against the use of anti-inflammatories like ibuprofen or acetylsalicylic acid, as they increase the risk of bleeding. “There is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue. It is a shared responsibility and the main tool to reduce the impact of the disease,” concluded the doctor. The approach is symptomatic and supportive, with a special emphasis on hydration and clinical monitoring.
