Can dengue fever take a bath?

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Video content is professionally consulted by Dr., Doctor Tran Thi Phuong Thuy - Department of General Internal Medicine - Vinmec Times City International Hospital
Whether to take a bath when having dengue fever is still an issue that causes mixed opinions among patients. Understanding how to take care when a fever appears helps us to recover faster.
“Can dengue fever take a bath?” This is a problem that most people who suffer from this disease are concerned about. According to Dr. Tran Thi Phuong Thuy - Department of General Internal Medicine - Vinmec Times City International General Hospital, when suffering from dengue fever, patients need to take the medicine as prescribed by the doctor and adhere to the treatment. and implement a scientific and varied diet to help strengthen the body's resistance. In addition, patients still need to perform personal hygiene, brushing teeth, washing face daily, even in the low platelet stage, there is a risk of bleeding.
On the issue of “can you take a bath if you have dengue fever?” The patient can still bathe normally because it does not cause complications. However, it should be noted that you should not shower when you have a high fever. When this stage is over, the patient can take a quick shower, shower in an airtight room. If you are still wondering "can you take a bath with dengue fever?" You can consult your doctor to know if your stage and condition is suitable for bathing. Excessive abstinence is also not good for the health recovery process.
Currently, at Vinmec International General Hospital, emergency treatment and treatment of many cases of dengue fever with severe complications have been performed. Accordingly, the medical examination and treatment process at Vinmec is carried out methodically and intensively under the guidance of qualified and experienced doctors. Besides, under the support of modern facilities and advanced medical equipment, the treatment process has achieved high results.
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