Project title: Real-time Website Diagnostic Tools: Develop web app that use machine learning to

analyze text of dengue symptoms, such as rashes, to provide preliminary diagnostic suggestions
and advice for seeking medical attention.

Table of Contents
1. Initial Conception

 Introduction to the Project

 Background and Motivation
 Problem Statement
 Significance and Impact

2. Feasibility Study

 Technical Feasibility
 Resource Requirements
 Risk Assessment
 Timeline

3. Foundations

 Literature Review
 State-of-the-Art in Disease Prediction
 Machine Learning in Healthcare

4. Agree on Defined Goals/Objectives

4.1 Aim of the project

4.2 Objectives

5. Methodology
5.1 Data Collection
5.2 Data Preprocessing
5.3 Model Selection
5.4 Feature Importance
5.5 Model Training and Validation
5.6 User Interface
5.7 Model Evaluation

6. High-Level Features/Requirements
 User Interface Design
 Data Collection and Preprocessing
 Machine Learning Model Development
 User Input Processing
 Prediction Output Display
 Model Accuracy and Evaluation Metrics

7. MoSCoW Prioritization

 Must-Have Features
 Should-Have Features
 Could-Have Features
 Won't-Have Features
7.1 Explanation

8. Engineering/Evolutionary Development Timebox

 Sprint Planning
 Task Allocation
 Progress Monitoring
 Iterative Development

9. Deployment

 Deployment Strategy
 Server Architecture and Scalability

10. Expected Outcomes

11. Bibliography
 List of References and Resources
1. Initial Conception

Introduction to the Project

Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral illness that affects millions worldwide annually. Early
detection and timely treatment are crucial for managing dengue cases and preventing severe
complications. This project aims to develop an intelligent system for dengue detection using
machine learning techniques based on the analysis of patient symptoms.

Background and Motivation

Dengue fever is a global health concern, particularly in regions with tropical and subtropical
climates. Traditional diagnostic methods for Dengue, such as laboratory tests, are time-
consuming and costly. Consequently, there is a pressing need for an efficient and cost-effective
solution to predict Dengue based on symptoms reported by individuals. Machine learning, with
its ability to analyze vast datasets and recognize complex patterns, offers a promising approach
to address this challenge.

Problem Statement
The problem at hand is to develop a web-based platform that collects symptom data from users
and employs machine learning algorithms to predict the likelihood of Dengue infection. By
providing early warnings, individuals can take appropriate actions, seek medical attention, and
reduce the severity of the disease. This project aims to bridge the gap between technology and
public health by creating a user-friendly interface for symptom reporting and an accurate
prediction model.

Significance and Impact

The significance of this project lies in its potential to save lives and reduce the burden of
Dengue on healthcare systems. By enabling early detection, individuals can receive timely
medical care, reducing the risk of severe Dengue complications. Moreover, the project
contributes to the broader field of healthcare technology, showcasing the capabilities of
machine learning in disease prediction. If successful, this project can serve as a model for similar
initiatives targeting other diseases and health conditions.

2. Feasibility Study

Technical Feasibility
The technical feasibility of this project is supported by the availability of machine learning
libraries and web development frameworks. Python, with libraries like Scikit-Learn and
TensorFlow, provides a robust environment for building predictive models. Additionally, web
development frameworks like Django or Flask can be used for creating the user interface. These
technologies are widely used and well-documented.
Resource Requirements
The project will require a team of data scientists, web developers, and healthcare experts.
Hardware resources will include servers for hosting the website and sufficient computational
power for training machine learning models. Data sources for training and validation will also be
needed, along with access to medical expertise for model validation.

Risk Assessment
Potential risks in this project include data privacy concerns, model accuracy, and the need for
continuous updates to adapt to evolving Dengue strains. To mitigate these risks, robust data
privacy measures will be implemented, and the model will undergo rigorous testing and
validation. Regular updates will ensure the model's effectiveness against new Dengue variants.

Timeline
The project is estimated to be completed within a timeline of 12 months, with milestones
including data collection, model development, user interface design, and deployment. Regular
progress assessments will be conducted to ensure timely delivery.

3. Foundations

Literature Review
A comprehensive literature review will be conducted to identify existing research on Dengue
prediction, machine learning applications in healthcare, and symptom-based disease diagnosis.
This review will provide valuable insights into the latest advancements and inform the project's
methodology.

State-of-the-Art in Disease Prediction

The state-of-the-art in disease prediction involves leveraging advanced machine learning
algorithms, including deep learning models, for accurate and early diagnosis. By building upon
these advancements, our project aims to contribute to the field by focusing on Dengue disease
prediction.

Machine Learning in Healthcare

Machine learning has revolutionized healthcare by enabling predictive analytics, diagnosis, and
personalized treatment plans. It has demonstrated success in various medical fields, including
radiology, genomics, and epidemiology. Leveraging this technology for Dengue prediction aligns
with the broader trend of using data-driven approaches to improve healthcare outcomes.
4. Agree on Defined Goals/Objectives

4.1 Aim of the Project

The primary aim of this project is to develop an accurate machine learning model that predicts
Dengue disease from user-provided symptoms through a user-friendly web interface.

4.2 Objectives

 The primary objectives of this project are as follows:

 Collect and preprocess relevant medical data.
 Develop and train a machine learning model for Dengue prediction.
 Evaluate the model's accuracy and effectiveness.
 Design and implement a machine learning model to predict the likelihood of dengue
 infection based on given symptoms.
 Create a user-friendly interface for users to input their symptoms and receive an instant
 risk assessment.
 Use real-world patient data to evaluate the model's accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity.
 Ensure scalability and potential integration with healthcare systems.

5. Methodology: The project will follow these steps:

5.1 Data Collection: Collect a diverse dataset of patients diagnosed with dengue fever. The
dataset should include symptom profiles, medical history, laboratory results, and the final
diagnosis. Ethical considerations and patient privacy will be strictly adhered to during data
collection.
5.2 Data Preprocessing: Clean and preprocess the collected data by handling missing values,
normalizing numerical data, and encoding categorical variables. Create a feature matrix that
represents the relationship between symptoms and dengue infection.
5.3 Model Selection: Choose appropriate machine learning algorithms for binary classification
(dengue-positive or dengue-negative). Consider algorithms such as logistic regression, decision
trees, random forests, and support vector machines. Experiment with ensemble methods to
improve model performance.
5.4 Feature Importance: Perform feature importance analysis to identify which symptoms
contribute the most to dengue detection. This analysis will provide insights into the most
indicative signs of dengue infection.
5.5 Model Training and Validation: Divide the dataset into training and validation sets. Train the
selected model using the training set and fine-tune hyperparameters to optimize performance.
Validate the model using the validation set and iteratively refine the model as needed.
5.6 User Interface: Develop a user-friendly web where users can input their symptoms. The
interface should be intuitive and informative, giving users an instant assessment of their dengue
infection risk.
5.7 Model Evaluation: Evaluate the trained model's performance using a separate dataset of
real-world patient data. Calculate accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, precision, and F1-score to
assess the model's effectiveness in dengue detection.

6. High-Level Features/Requirements (Approx. 250 words)

The project will encompass the following features and requirements:

User-friendly web interface for symptom input.
Backend system for data preprocessing and machine learning model integration.
Model training and validation pipeline.
Real-time prediction and display of results.
Robust security and privacy measures.
Scalability for potential future expansion.

7. MoSCoW Prioritization

The MoSCoW prioritization for this project is as follows:

Must-Have Features: Web interface, symptom processing, and accurate prediction.

Should-Have Features: Real-time updates, model evaluation, and scalability.
Could-Have Features: Integration with electronic health records, mobile app.
Won't-Have Features: Advanced AI features (e.g., natural language processing).

Prioritization is aligned with the project's primary goal: accurate Dengue prediction and user-
friendly accessibility.

8. Engineering/Evolutionary Development Timebox

The project will follow an Agile development approach with regular sprints. The development
phases include data collection and preprocessing (2 months), model development and training
(4 months), web interface development (2 months), testing and validation (2 months), and
deployment (2 months). Each sprint will have well-defined tasks and goals.

9. Deployment

Deployment will involve setting up a secure web server, database management, and continuous
monitoring. A cloud-based infrastructure will be considered for scalability.

10. Expected Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the project, the following outcomes are
anticipated:
A trained machine learning model can predict dengue infection based on patient symptoms.
● An intuitive and user-friendly interface for users to assess their dengue infection risk.
● Insights into the most significant symptoms for dengue detection.
● A comprehensive evaluation of the model's performance using real-world patient data.

11. Bibliography

List of References and Resources:

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https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9850923/
https://www.irjmets.com/uploadedfiles/paper/issue_5_may_2022/24440/final/
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https://www.irjmets.com/uploadedfiles/paper/issue_5_may_2022/24440/final/
fin_irjmets1653905407.pdf