Ocular manifestations of dengue fever

Result: A total of 120 patients were diagnosed with dengue fever; of which, 75 (62.5%) were men and 45 (37.5%) were women. Mean age was 32 years (20–60 years). Only 39 patients (32.7%) had complaints of retrobulbar pain in the eyes. Two patients (1.67%) had blurring of vision. Ocular findings were present in 68 patients (56.7%). Most common anterior segment findings were subconjunctival hemorrhage in 55 patients (45.8%). Posterior segment findings were present in 16 patients (13.3%); of which, 14 (87.5%) had retinal hemorrhages. Ocular changes had resolved in all the cases, which came for follow-up in 8–10 weeks. It was mostly attributed to the improving platelet count. Conclusion: The incidence of ocular complications in dengue fever is increasing, hence all patients with dengue should be referred to an ophthalmologist to prevent any sight-threatening complications.