To comparative study of dengue hemorrhagic and dengue fever in paediatric populations

Abstract

Background: India has experienced an increase in the number of reported cases of dengue fever or dengue hemorrhagic fever in recent years. The objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical features and outlook of pediatric patients who were hospitalized with dengue shock syndrome or DHF. Materials and Methods: The research was conducted at the Department of Paediatrics, Tagore Medical College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. The study was conducted between June 2017 to July 2018. The study was characterized by its descriptive nature. The study encompassed all children who were hospitalized to the hospital and diagnosed with dengue infection, utilizing their clinical symptoms and/or serology as diagnostic criteria. Results: The under-2 and over-2 age groups' mean body weights were 8.38 and 26.78 kg, respectively, suggesting that both groups were in good health. For both groups, the average duration of fever was roughly comparable. For kids under two, the duration was 6.83 days, and for kids older than two, it was 7.30 days. The incidence of symptoms and indicators did not differ significantly between the two groups. There was an increased frequency of cough, redness, and irritation in children under the age of two. Studies have indicated that newborns are more likely than older children to exhibit signs of upper respiratory tract infections. Conclusion: This study offers further understanding of the clinical presentation of DHF/DSS in both adults and children, which might be advantageous for healthcare professionals who are responsible for the care of these individuals.