Hello Doctor,
I’ve recently been diagnosed with dengue fever, and I’m trying to support my recovery in any way I can. Are there any specific dietary recommendations or supplements that could help strengthen my immune system during this illness? I want to make sure I’m doing everything I can to heal faster.
Hello
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted through the bite of Aedes mosquitoes. Once the virus enters the body, the immune system responds, and how severe your symptoms are largely depends on the strength of your immune system. A healthy immune system can help lessen the severity of the illness, but no specific diet or supplement can prevent you from contracting dengue fever.
While it's important to focus on supporting your body through hydration and rest, the best way to protect yourself from dengue fever is to prevent mosquito bites in the first place. This includes cleaning your environment to remove mosquito breeding grounds, using mosquito repellents, and ensuring your home is properly sprayed to control mosquitoes.
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