: The fear of dengue has increased as soon as the rainy season has started. Its peak time is from July to October-November. The risk of dengue remains until the temperature drops to 15-16 degrees. This time is most favorable for the dengue mosquitoes to thrive.
In such a situation, there is a need to remain alert and cautious, because dengue fever can be very dangerous and even fatal. In such a situation, let us know how long after a dengue mosquito bite does its effect start and what should be done to avoid it…
How dangerous are dengue mosquitoes?
Dengue is spread by female mosquitoes called Aedes aegypti. These mosquitoes live for only one month, but give birth to 500 to 1,000 mosquitoes in their entire life. These mosquitoes can fly only up to three feet. Due to this, they sting only on the lower limbs.
Dengue mosquitoes lay eggs in coolers, flower pots, old utensils and tyres lying on the roof, and in water filled pits. They lay 100 to 300 eggs at a time, which turn into larvae in 2 to 7 days. They take the shape of a mosquito in 4 days and start flying in just two days.
How long does it take for a dengue mosquito bite to show its effects
The symptoms or effects of dengue are not visible immediately after the dengue mosquito bites. Its effect can be seen after a few days. The symptoms of dengue fever appear only after about 3 to 5 days of the bite of Aedes mosquitoes. According to health experts, dengue mosquitoes bite only in the morning and evening. In the afternoon and at night, they hide in the corners of the house, behind curtains or in moist places. These mosquitoes cannot fly very high, so they can sting only on the lower limbs from the feet to the knees.
Symptoms of Dengue fever
high fever
Headache
Muscle pain
Red rash on the skin
Pain behind the eyes
Joint pain
Swelling
Bleeding from gums and nose
Measures to prevent dengue
1. Wear clothes that completely cover the body.
2. Sleep under a mosquito net; use mosquito repellent lotion or oil during the day.
3. Do not allow water to accumulate in broken utensils, old tyres, pots, flower pots, drums and coolers.
4. Keep cleaning the tank water from time to time.
5. If symptoms of dengue appear, one should immediately go to the hospital and get tested and get treatment from a good doctor.
Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.
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