that is NOT a leg. that's my arm. :p |
DISCLAIMER: Although I've had dengue before as a kid, and I have studied this disease in nursing school, I know I'm still no expert so feel free to throw in any helpful advice you might have for me. :)
History:
I had a fever the past two days, spiking up to 41.5 last night. I no longer have the fever now (maybe slight, I'm slightly above 38 degrees now), though I still have cough and colds and a little bit of headache and weakness. I noticed the rash a few minutes after dinner while I was brushing my teeth this evening.
Why I don't think it's Dengue:
1. It's itchy on some parts, and I know that Dengue rash isn't supposed to be itchy, as it's more of some kind of hemorrhage under the skin than a real allergy/rash that we normally refer to.
2. I did a tourniquet test on my arm and no additional "rash" appeared.
3. it's sort of "embossed" on some parts and I know that dengue rash is not like that.
My Theory:
When I was really sick, my mom applied efficascent oil on me (it's some kind of menthol massage oil), and after that I just stayed in bed for the next 12 hours under thick covers sweating buckets! (seriously. I changed sheets as soon as I felt well enough to stand)
So I'm thinking the rash maybe caused by that.
ANOTHER DISCLAIMER: Whatever theories or info I wrote here were not researched whatsoever. So even if you might have the same symptoms, each case is still different, so it's still best to consult a doctor. :)
For now I'm just glad I'm strong enough to blog again. :) Will keep you posted. Wish me luck!
xoxo,
Abi
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