COMBATTING DENGUE FEVER: SYMPTOMS, TREATMENT, AND THE ROLE OF CARICA PAPAYA LEAF EXTRACT

Dengue fever is a viral illness transmitted by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, often found in tropical and subtropical regions. This disease is characterized by high fever, severe headaches, muscle and joint pain, skin rashes, and a significant drop in platelet counts, which can lead to life-threatening complications. While there is no specific antiviral