Forbes July 10, 2024
After surviving a dengue infection, people might be at a long-term risk of suffering from depressive disorders compared to those who did contract the mosquito-borne disease, according to a recent study published in PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. The dengue virus is also linked to a higher short-term risk of anxiety and sleep disorders.
“Among those hospitalized due to dengue, the risk of the three mental illnesses was more pronounced, particularly within the first three months post-infection. These findings highlight the potential impact of dengue infection on mental health and underscore the importance of further investigation into the mechanisms underlying these associations,” the authors wrote in the study. “Proposed mechanisms suggested that brain inflammation can alter serotonin neurotransmitter levels, potentially leading...
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