Question

A patient returns from Southeast Asia with high fever, headache, retro-orbital pain, and a maculopapular rash. Dengue fever is suspected. Which management is appropriate in a mild case?

Accepted Answer

Supportive care including fluids and antipyretics

Answer

High-dose corticosteroids

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Immediate IV antibiotics

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Antiviral therapy

Answer

Plasmapheresis

Practice question

A patient returns from Southeast Asia with high fever, headache, retro-orbital pain, and a maculopapular rash. Dengue fever is suspected. Which management is appropriate in a mild case?