<s>[INST] My wife was hospitalized for 3 days for dengue (Rash all over and joint aches but no fever) She tested positive in IGM and negative in IGG & Antigen. She was discharged 1 week back. Day by day her joint aches have returned and she particularly finds the ache in the bone leading from neck to mid chest (ribs?) unbearable. The doctor has prescribed Ultracet for aches today (twice a day) but she has no relief. Can you suggest an alternative? [/INST] Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor. If she tested positive for IGM, it is acute infection of Dengue. Dengue is a viral infection caused by mosquito bite and is characterized by headache, fever, rash and joint pains. The joint pains will take some time to reduce at least 3-4 weeks. Attract is good enough for the pain. She can take the medications three times daily instead of twice a day. Adequate rest and local application of analgesic gel would help to some extent. Wishing her a speedy recovery. Thanks. </s>