Which kind of pathogen causes dengue fever?
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A virus
It is related to the yellow fever virus.
💡 Did you know? There are four different dengue types.
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Which insect transmits dengue fever?
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The Aedes mosquito
The same mosquito also carries yellow fever and Zika.
💡 Did you know? It is active mainly during the day.
Which drastic byname does dengue fever carry?
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Breakbone fever
The reason is the violent limb and bone pain.
💡 Did you know? The pain can be extremely severe.
How many different dengue virus types are there?
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Four
One infection only protects against one type.
💡 Did you know? That is why one can fall ill several times.
Why is a second dengue infection feared?
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It can be more severe
Internal bleeding can then threaten.
💡 Did you know? This is called severe dengue.
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