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Itchy Hands And Legs, Difficulty In Sleeping. Diagnosed As Dengue Fever. Suggestions To Get Sleep?
Hi DOC,
I have been diagnosed for dengue fever. Although my fever has reduced but I fell very itchy on both hands and legs.During the night I cannot sleep due to continuous heat of feet and palm and morning coz of itch. Any suggestion so that I can sleep for some time and i would like to know how long this will continue?
I have been diagnosed for dengue fever. Although my fever has reduced but I fell very itchy on both hands and legs.During the night I cannot sleep due to continuous heat of feet and palm and morning coz of itch. Any suggestion so that I can sleep for some time and i would like to know how long this will continue?
Mon, 24 Jun 2013
Hi A warm welcome to HCM
Itching may not be related with Dengue or it's sequellae.
It may be due to some allergen external or internal. You can try antihistaminic tablets for few days and then visit a dermatologist, if not relieved.
All the best.
Itching may not be related with Dengue or it's sequellae.
It may be due to some allergen external or internal. You can try antihistaminic tablets for few days and then visit a dermatologist, if not relieved.
All the best.
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