Dengue in Hyderabad 2026: What Every Family Should Know

Telangana has reported more than 3,000 dengue cases this season, and Hyderabad, Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy are among the hardest-hit districts. By the end of September, the city's Government Fever Hospital was seeing over 600 fever patients a day. Most people recover fully, but knowing the warning signs can save a life.

Early symptoms of dengue

Symptoms usually appear 4–10 days after a mosquito bite:

• Sudden high fever
• Severe headache and pain behind the eyes
• Muscle, joint and bone pain
• Nausea or vomiting
• Skin rash

Which test should you take?

• Days 1–5 of fever: NS1 antigen test (detects the virus early)
• After day 5: Dengue IgM/IgG antibody test
• Complete Blood Count (CBC): to track platelets and haematocrit, often repeated daily

Your doctor decides which test you need. Save every report in your MyMedicare account so the trend is visible at a glance.

Warning signs: go to hospital immediately

Danger often comes as the fever goes down (around days 3–7). Seek care right away if you notice:

• Severe stomach pain
• Persistent vomiting
• Bleeding gums, nosebleeds, or blood in vomit or stool
• Extreme tiredness, restlessness or confusion
• Fast breathing
• Cold, clammy skin

Do's and don'ts at home

Do: rest, drink plenty of fluids (ORS, coconut water, soups) and take paracetamol only as advised.

Don't: take ibuprofen, aspirin or other painkillers unless a doctor says so, as they can increase bleeding risk. Don't self-medicate with antibiotics.

Myth: "Low platelets always need a transfusion"

Most patients don't need platelet transfusion. Doctors decide based on bleeding and overall condition, not just the number.

Protect your home

• Empty standing water every week: coolers, flower pots, tyres, buckets
• Use mosquito nets and repellents, especially early morning and evening (dengue mosquitoes bite during the day)
• Wear full sleeves for children

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