Dengue
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By the context: in regions where the transmitting mosquito circulates, when a high fever is accompanied by intense pain it is worth seeking care, since it could be dengue.
Dengue is a viral illness transmitted by the bite of infected mosquitoes, common in warm climates. It can range from mild cases to more serious forms.
Common symptoms:
- Sudden-onset high fever
- Intense headache, muscle, and joint pain
- Nausea, skin rash, and general malaise
When to seek care promptly? With fever accompanied by abdominal pain, bleeding, or worsening, a prompt evaluation is important.
Which specialist treats it? The infectious disease specialist and the internist manage the condition, with the general practitioner as the first point of contact. Seeking care in time and staying hydrated under professional guidance is essential.
Data on 3,501 doctors who treat dengue
Which specialist treats dengue?
Dengue fever should be evaluated by a general practitioner, an internal medicine physician, or an infectious disease specialist; severe cases may require an anesthesiologist or a critical care specialist. You can book with the right specialist if you have a high fever, intense muscle pain, or a rash after being in a risk area. Prompt care helps monitor for warning signs.
Related symptoms
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in dengue
Dr. Guillermo Mezquita Macias
Dr. Rafael Tejeda Castro
Dr. Tania Zertuche Maldonado
Dr. Arturo Orozco Gutierrez
Dr. Yonatan Ivan Rivera Aragon
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jose Angel Ramirez Rodriguez
Dr. Jennifer Pérez Mejia
Dr. Juan Carlos Bueno García
Dr. Daniela Julian Peral
Dr. José Joel Parada Jiménez
Dr. Saul Favela Aldaco
Dr. René Castrejon Morales
Dr. Raul Pedraza Grijalva
Dr. Manuel Carrasco Saldivar
Dr. Carlos Alfredo Albarran de Regil
Dr. Fernando Rafael Salinas Gonzalez
Dr. Pedro Gutierrez Lizardi
Dr. Germán Estanislao Velarde Magaña
Dr. Pedro Mario Gonzalez Martinez
Frequently asked questions
What is dengue?
By the context: in regions where the transmitting mosquito circulates, when a high fever is accompanied by intense pain it is worth seeking care, since it could be dengue.
Which doctor treats dengue?
Dengue fever should be evaluated by a general practitioner, an internal medicine physician, or an infectious disease specialist; severe cases may require an anesthesiologist or a critical care specialist. You can book with the right specialist if you have a high fever, intense muscle pain, or a rash after being in a risk area. Prompt care helps monitor for warning signs.