Dengue fever, also known as breakbone fever, is a mosquito-borne tropical disease caused by the dengue virus.Symptoms include fever, headache, muscle and joint pains, and a characteristic skin rash that is similar to measles.reatment of acute dengue is supportive, using either oral or intravenous rehydration for mild or moderate disease, and intravenous fluids and blood transfusion for more severe cases. The number of cases of dengue fever has increased dramatically since the 1960s, with between 50 and 528 million people infected yearly.
By Kate Bracy, RN, NP - Reviewed by a board-certified physician. Women want natural remedies to treat common menopause symptoms, such as mood swings, hot flashes, and insomnia. In fact, many turn to herbs, food, and lifestyle changes instead of potentially risky hormone therapy.
A number of medications can help with symptoms during the years around menopause. 1  Low-dose oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are an option if you are in perimenopause (the years leading up to your final period). 2  Low-dose contraceptives may stop or reduce hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and moodiness.ou should be able to share honestly and get clear answers to your questions. How to talk to your doctor or nurse (PDF, 193 KB) can help. You might also want to print out our Menopause symptom tracker (PDF, 166 KB) for recording symptoms that you can discuss at your next appointment.