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Dengue fever — RACGP Fellowship MCQ

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A person returns from Indonesia with fever, headache, rash, thrombocytopenia and mild transaminitis. Which initial diagnostic and safety approach is appropriate?

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Correct answer: DRequest dengue testing and repeat full blood counts

This presentation after travel to a dengue-endemic area needs dengue testing, assessment for warning signs and serial full blood count monitoring. Management also includes hydration advice and avoidance of medicines that increase bleeding risk when relevant.

Reference: Australian Government: Dengue fever: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/dengue-fever