I have been infected by dengue virus in the past week. I ran some lab test n it shows positive. My platelets counts are showing a normal range of 152. Still the test results shows the sign of the said virus in my body. Why is there still dengue in my body?

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Dr. Nash KamdinGeneral Physician28yrs exp

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Dear lybrateuser, - The platelet count can be normal & still the dengue can be positive as it will take some time for the problem to cure completely, can be a week or ten days or more - have plenty of oral fluids & a well balanced and nutritious diet to boost your immunity.

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Dr. Rajesh ChodaAyurveda36yrs exp

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As you take the advised medicine, water intake and incoroorate phytonutrients in your diet, you will come to normal. U may contact for further guidance.

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