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MANILA, Philippines — Actress Sam Pinto's family vacation in Japan turned into a medical emergency when her husband, basketball player Anthony Semerad, suddenly fell ill.
Sam Pinto and her husband, Anthony Semerad PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/ANTHONYSEMERAD
In a series of Instagram posts on Monday, Pinto shared that their ordeal began on their second day in Japan, February 5.
"He had a very high fever ranging from 39 to 40 degrees, along with chills, headaches, joint pain, loss of appetite and nausea," she wrote.
Semerad's symptoms did not improve and on on Feb. 7, they called a doctor for examination. Covid and influenza were immediately ruled out and he was given medication. However, even with antibiotics, Pinto said Semerad's condition worsened.
By Sunday, they decided to call an ambulance and Semerad was admitted to a facility.
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"They performed a blood test and started IV treatment, revealing that his white blood cells and platelets were extremely low. The doctors here were unsure of the diagnosis, so they sent his results to his team doctor, who confirmed it was dengue fever," Pinto continued.
In a series of Instagram Stories on Monday, Sam Pinto shares her family’s ordeal. PHOTOS FROM INSTAGRAM STORIES/SAMPINTO_
In a series of Instagram Stories on Monday, Sam Pinto shares her family’s ordeal. PHOTOS FROM INSTAGRAM STORIES/SAMPINTO_
Semerad was given medication for headaches and nausea but was later sent back to the hotel to rest.
Pinto clarified that her husband contracted dengue in Manila.
According to the World Health Organization, dengue fever occurs after an incubation period of four to 10 days after the bite of the infected mosquito.
"His immune system was already low from playing games. Flying, traveling, and the shift from hot to cold weather just made things worse," she added.
As of writing Semerad is still recovering in Japan with Pinto and their young daughter.
