What is Dengue Fever
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Dengue Fever Definition
Dengue fever is a flu-like illness. It is caused by a virus. The infection is passed to humans through the bite of a mosquito. Children and infants who that are infected may have no symptoms or only a minor, flu-like illness. Adults who become infected may develop a more severe, even life-threatening illness.
You should contact your doctor immediately if you suspect that you have dengue fever.
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