Ponorogo – Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) in Ponorogo is rampant. Cases have continued to increase over the last 3 months, especially at Dr Harjono Ponorogo Regional Hospital.
Throughout January 2024, 30 dengue fever patients were recorded at the hospital. Throughout February the number increased to 130 patients.
Currently, as of Wednesday (13/3/2024) there have been 90 dengue fever patients being treated. A total of 41 of the patients were children.
“Today there are 21 adult patients and 14 pediatric patients, so a total of 35 patients are being treated,” said Head of Public Relations at Dr. Harjono Hospital, Sugianto, to reporters, Wednesday (13/3/2024).
Sugianto said that one of the 41 child patients died last Tuesday (12/3). The patient is a 10 year old girl, a resident of Madusari Village, Siman District, Ponorogo.
Initially, the patient entered the ER at 16.03 WIB. Then he was admitted to the ICU because his condition worsened.
Children hospitalized due to dengue fever. (Photo: Charolin Pebrianti/detikJatim)
“At 20.00 WIB, last Tuesday (12/3) he died with a diagnosis of Dengue Shock Syndrome (DSS),” said Sugianto.
Regional Hospital pediatrician Dr Harjono Eko Jaenudin confirmed that in the last 3 weeks there has been a significant increase in dengue fever cases in children. Especially children aged 3 to 13 years.
“One patient was declared dead last night because his condition was serious. We said dengue shock syndrome,” said Eko.
According to him, when he was taken to the hospital. The child’s condition had a weak pulse, cold body, and he even vomited fresh blood. He also experienced seizures and shortness of breath. He was treated for 2 hours in the ICU but his life could not be saved.
“We urge parents if their child has a fever for 2-7 days, accompanied by coughing, runny nose, vomiting, and dizziness, then have him checked immediately. They are worried about dengue fever or other complications,” added Eko.
Eko explained that eradicating mosquito nests around residential areas must be increased. Apart from that, other prevention, such as using anti-mosquito lotion, can also be done.
“Hanging clothes must also be folded, curtains must also be washed diligently, eradication of mosquito nests must also be carried out regularly, because this is the transition season. Even though there is fogging, cleaning the home environment must be the main thing,” concluded Eko.
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2024-03-13 19:15:32
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