India, Sept. 29 -- The daily life of a person with a heart condition centres around self-monitoring, strict medication schedules, and heart-healthy habits to manage and protect cardiovascular function. Blood pressure monitoring, physical activity, diet and regular check-ups often become part of a routine designed to keep the condition stable. But an acute infection can suddenly disrupt this balance and place additional strain on the heart.

Dengue is one such infection that deserves the attention of heart patients, particularly during periods when mosquito-borne infections are on the rise.

To understand why dengue can be particularly concerning for someone with heart disease, it helps to understand what the infection can do to the heart ...