• Persistent high fever (40°C/ 104°F)
• Severe headache with pain behind the eyes
• Rash on chest and arms
• Loss of appetite and no taste in the mouth
• Nausea and vomiting
• Muscle and joint pain
• Symptoms usually last from two to seven days
• Severe dengue is a potentially deadly complication due to plasma leaking, fluid accumulation, respiratory distress, severe bleeding, or organ impairment.

Treatment

• If you suspect that you may have dengue fever, visit your doctor in order to have the diagnosis confirmed and a report made to the Ministry of Health
• Dengue fever usual resolves itself within a week. Most people, who have dengue, will only have very mild symptoms
• If you are diagnosed with dengue or suspect that you have it, avoid aspirin as aspirin can lead to bleeding and thins the blood.
• Acetaminophen or regular pain killers can be used to help with the pain
• Drink lots of fluids and rest