Key steps to dengue recovery

AS National Dengue Day was celebrated on May 16; it's a great time to shift our focus not just to preventing dengue, but also to what comes after—the recovery.

- DARSHITA JAIN

AS National Dengue Day was celebrated on May 16; it's a great time to shift our focus not just to preventing dengue, but also to what comes after—the recovery. Because, let's face it, dengue isn't just a battle with a virus; it's a real test of your body's strength and resilience. Doctors are quick to point out that recovery involves more than just medical treatment—it's all about feeding your body the right nutrients, giving it the rest it needs, and, of course, practicing a lot of patience.

"Full recovery from dengue typically takes two to four weeks," says Dr. Venkat Nani Kumar B, consultant internal medicine at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills. He explains that signs of proper recovery include, "Reduced fever, improved appetite, increased energy, and decreased body aches." But he adds an important point—recovery isn't just about feeling better; it's about helping your body get back to its normal rhythm after it's been knocked out of sync.