January 2026 in “Industrial Psychiatry Journal” This study highlights the significant psychiatric effects associated with dengue fever, noting diverse psychological reactions that occur before, during, and after infection, such as anxiety, depression, and even psychosis, and underscores the need for integrated mental health strategies within public health systems for dengue.
November 2025 in “American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene” In this study, researchers observed that approximately 1.15% of dengue fever patients experienced alopecia, predominantly among females. The hair loss usually occurred during the recovery phase and was often identified as telogen effluvium, with lower platelet count and hematocrit levels potentially serving as risk factors.
March 2023 in “Italian journal of dermatology and venereology” 
March 2023 in “The primary care companion for CNS disorders” Dengue fever can cause hair loss that may lead to serious psychological issues like Body Dysmorphic Disorder in young women.
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August 2025 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This report emphasizes that children with dengue fever face a higher risk of severe outcomes, such as dengue hemorrhagic fever and shock syndrome, compared to adults, necessitating careful management.