Dengue vs Flu vs Viral Fever: As soon as fever comes, we often consider it to be a normal viral fever and start resting at home. But, every fever is not the same. In the changing season, the symptoms of dengue, flu and viral fever are sometimes so similar that it can be difficult to differentiate between them in the initial stages. In such a situation, ignoring the initial symptoms of dengue can be dangerous. In such a situation, it is important to understand what kind of symptoms can indicate which disease? Which warning signs should one contact the doctor immediately if seen? Noida’s people are telling about this Integrated Doctor Dr. Sanjay Varshney-
These symptoms are seen along with high fever in dengue
Dengue is a viral infection spread by mosquito bites. In this, sudden high fever, severe headache, pain behind the eyes, pain in muscles and joints and extreme weakness may be felt. Nausea, vomiting and skin rashes may also appear in some people.
An important thing about dengue is that even after the fever subsides, the danger does not disappear completely. Signs like severe stomach pain, repeated vomiting, bleeding from the nose or gums, blood in vomit or stool, extreme weakness, restlessness or difficulty in breathing point towards a serious condition.
Respiratory symptoms along with fever in flu
Influenza i.e. flu is also a viral infection, but its symptoms often start suddenly. Fever may be accompanied by cough, sore throat, runny or blocked nose, headache, body ache and fatigue. Many people also feel cold during flu.
If fever is accompanied by problems like difficulty in breathing, chest pain, persistent dizziness, confusion, extreme weakness or rapid worsening of the condition, then one should not consider it as normal flu and wait at home.
What happens in viral fever?
‘Viral fever’ is not a disease but a commonly used term for fever caused by viral infection. Along with fever, there may be symptoms like fatigue, body ache, headache, sore throat, runny nose or cough. The intensity and duration of symptoms may vary due to different viruses.
It is not right to determine disease based on symptoms alone
According to doctors, there can be a lot of similarity in the symptoms of dengue, flu and other viral infections. Therefore, it is not right to guess the disease or start medication just by seeing the fever. Experts can advise for investigation as per need.