what cause dengue - #25142
I am really worried about my daughter. She was playing outside last week and got bit by a mosquito, and now she's been feeling super tired and has a fever. I took her to the pediatrician, and they mentioned dengue. I never thought much about what cause dengue, you know? I mean, we live in an area where mosquitoes are everywhere, but I always assumed it was just part of summer. The doctor said it's important to understand what cause dengue since it can be serious, but I feel like I'm missing something. How do I even begin to explain to her what cause dengue? Should I be cautious about her being outdoors more? Also, I've heard there are ways to prevent it, but do these really work? It’s scary to think a little bug bite could lead to something so dangerous. Last night, she couldn’t sleep properly, and I kept checking her temperature — it’s like it just dawned on me how little we actually know about what cause dengue and how to protect ourselves. I'm super anxious and unsure about what to do next. Anyone got advice on what cause dengue and how to deal with this?
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