Dengue season: signs you should not ignore
High fever with body ache in the rainy season? Here is when to test and when to come to hospital.
RI Prof. Dr. Rafiqul Islam31 Oct 2026 3 min read
When to test
Get an NS1 test on day 1 to 3 of fever. After day 5, an antibody test is more useful.
Warning signs
- Belly pain or repeated vomiting
- Bleeding from gums or nose
- Feeling very weak or drowsy
- Passing very little urine
If you see any of these, come to the emergency straight away.
At home
Drink plenty of fluids, take paracetamol only, and avoid painkillers like ibuprofen.