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Dengue

Based on CDC and WHO guidance, checked against those sources on Oct 12, 2026. Educational information only — not a diagnosis or a substitute for a licensed healthcare professional.

First: is anyone having any of these right now?

  • Trouble breathing or shortness of breath
  • Chest pain or pressure that doesn't go away
  • New confusion, or can't wake up / stay awake
  • Pale, gray or blue-colored skin, lips or nail beds (depending on skin tone)
  • A seizure
  • Signs of dehydration (no urine for 8 hours, very dry mouth, no tears, dizziness that doesn't go away)
  • Any fever in a baby younger than 12 weeks
  • Fever or cough that gets better, then comes back or gets worse
  • Belly pain or tenderness
  • Vomiting at least 3 times in 24 hours
  • Bleeding from the nose or gums
  • Vomiting blood, or blood in the stool
  • Feeling very tired, restless or irritable
  • Cold or clammy skin, or difficulty breathing
  • Severe dengue can develop within a few hours and is a medical emergency — don't wait.

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