Dengue Cases in Gurgaon Cross 100-Mark Tally, Experts Warn of Increased Risk Due to Favourable Weather Conditions

As the city enters the ideal breeding season for the Aedes mosquito, the dengue infections in Gurgaon have crossed this year's 100-mark tally, with 28 more cases being reported in the first 10 days of October. The health department reports that 11,086 samples have been collected so far, with 10 patients actively being treated in hospitals and 39 at home.

Key Takeaways:

The dengue infections in Gurgaon have surpassed the 100-mark tally, with 28 new cases reported in the first 10 days of October, taking the total to 104.
Experts attribute the rise in cases to heavy rains, waterlogging, and poor sanitation in several sectors of the city, which have created favourable conditions for mosquitoes to thrive.
On an average, 15 to 20 patients visit the out-patient departments (OPDs) with dengue symptoms every day, with symptoms differing from regular dengue symptoms, including fever resolving in 2-3 days instead of the usual 4-5 days, and loose stools.
The blood parameters show significantly elevated liver enzymes even in the recovery phase, making hydration a crucial factor in recovery.
Last year, Gurgaon reported 276 dengue cases and one fatality, while in 2022, 440 cases were reported, and in 2021, 327 cases were reported, with one fatality each.

Statistics:

As of October 10, 11,086 samples have been collected so far.
10 patients with active dengue infections are being treated in hospitals, while 39 are at home.
On an average, 15 to 20 patients visit the OPDs with dengue symptoms every day.

Sources:

Gurgaon chief medical officer Virender Yadav
Dr. Tushar Tayal, lead consultant, department of internal medicine, CK Birla Hospital
Data from the health department
Times of India