1. Dengue is transmitted to humans through the bites of infected Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. The virus replicates in the mosquito for 8-12 days before it can be transmitted to a human during subsequent blood feeding.
2. Dengue infection can present as classic dengue fever with abrupt onset of high fever, headache, muscle and joint pains. It can also manifest as severe forms like dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, characterized by bleeding, low platelets and fluid leakage.
3. There is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue. Treatment involves fluid replacement and supportive care. Prevention relies on controlling the Aedes aegypti mosquito vector through reduction of breeding