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Lassa Fever: Understanding the Facts, Symptoms, and Prevention
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#health education#hemorrhagic illness#hygiene practices#Lassa fever#medical attention#prevention#public health#rodent control#Symptoms#viral diseases
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Here's the complete list of DHS flagged search terms. Don't use any of these on social media to avoid having the 3-letter agencies express interest in your activities!
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SOCIAL MEDIA?!
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“What, does every monster in this town have the Motaba virus?”
Reference: Outbreak
Episode: 6x19 “Mommy Dearest”
Writer: Adam Glass
Spoken To: Sam Winchester, Bobby Singer, Castiel
Media Type: Movie
Timeframe: 1995
Description: Army doctors struggle to find a cure for a deadly virus spreading throughout a California town that was brought to America by an African monkey. The Motaba virus is a fictional hemorrhagic virus that has a 100% mortality rate and is a VHF (Viral Hemorrhagic Fever) which causes a fever and intense bleeding internal and external.
#season six#movies#from the dean isms spreadsheet#repeat mentions#so… did everyone know there’s a fictional diseases wiki or..?
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Pick a reason to explain why i got viral hemorrhagic fever (dengue fever?):
1. im a mosquisto-prone person living in a tropical country and now is currrently vhf season
2. god hates me and wants to remind me of the symptoms bc apparently its been long enough since the last time i got vhf, that ive been to my student's house twice this week and jokingly said he might get vhf if he didnt sleep with covering, while having vhf myself
3. reading vampire porn
#unrelated post#my thoughts#they couldnt take my urine sample bc im having my period lmao#plus the whole collapsing after blood drawing 😌
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I'm convinced mental illness spreads on the astral plane the same way viral and bacterial infections do in the physical plane. Interacting with autogynephiliacs on the internet is the same thing as being coughed on by someone with a hemorrhagic fever.
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The Twisted Rosalia superinfection, found in only one patient, is a superinfection resulting from a combination of post-GUILT syndrome and the Rosalia virus. Curing the Rosalia infection will remove PGS from the body.
The Rosalia Virus is a variation of viral hemorrhagic fever, capable of killing patients in days. The virus was originally found in the blood of Rosalia Rosselini by Cumberland College professor Albert Sartre. Sartre and his son Erhard attempted to use the virus to cure all diseases, but instead found that it could not be used for positive means. An outbreak of the virus occurred, resulting in the Cumberland College Incident, where Sartre and Rosalia escaped to Mexico. His son lost all memory of the incident but was arrested and sentenced to 250 years of imprisonment for bioterrorism under the ID "CR-S01".
However, Sartre was infected with the virus, causing him to fall to insanity, killing Rosalia. Rosalia's blood splattered onto nearby flowers which monarch butterflies fed upon, acting as vectors that caused a second outbreak. A variation of the Rosalia virus was encountered once when one of the Rosalia patients, Naomi Kimishima, also had a pre-existing incurable genetic disease (thought to be related to GUILT). Interactions between GUILT and Rosalia gave birth to a "Twisted Rosalia" strain, of which only one case was known to be documented.
The Rosalia virus is a Group V RNA virus of the Filoviridae family, and superinfections of Rosalia and GUILT are known to be highly deadly. Only one superinfection has ever been found and operated on by Doctor Erhard Muller with the help of his assistant Maria Torres.
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Inflammation Overload
This is a section of mouse liver showing its Kupffer cells (red), some of which are infected with Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) virus (green). The CCHF virus is transmitted to humans via the bites of infected ticks and causes disease of varying severity – from practically no symptoms at all, or a mild fever, right through to severe haemorrhaging (nosebleeds, bruising, blood loss), multi-organ failure, and death. Studies in model mice have revealed that this dramatic range of symptoms is, in large part, down to differences in the host’s immune system. Indeed, mice that lacked key components of their innate viral-detecting machinery fared better than their wild type counterparts when infected with the virus because they developed far less inflammation. It seems, then, that rather like COVID-19, the most severe cases of CCHF may depend less on the virus itself and more on the excessive inflammatory responses of infected individuals.
Written by Ruth Williams
Image credit Jeffrey M. Smith. Joseph W. Golden and colleagues USA MRIID
Virology Division, United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases, Fort Detrick, MD, USA
Image copyright held by the original authors
Research published in PLOS Pathogens, May 2022
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#science#biomedicine#inflammation#crimean congo haemorrhagic fever#viruses#viral infection#tick bites#immunofluorescence#liver
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Hot Chocolates and Caramel Donuts
2020
It had been a surprise to him when Dr Kimishima responded to his message asking if she needed anything with A hot chocolate and a cinnamon swirl.
Not that he minded, of course, but her post-surgery painkillers had been making her nauseous, and her last six orders had been a peppermint tea which invariably was only half-consumed before sleep took hold.
Even the hospital canteen barista raised an eyebrow when he placed the order. But, hey, if that’s what she asked for then that’s what she would get. Given everything that had happened over the last few weeks…
When he finally makes it to her hospital room, he’s even more pleasantly surprised. In contrast to the previous few days where she’s barely had the energy to lift her head off the pillow, she’s sitting upright, grey heir tied back in a messy bun, eyes focused on the TV.
He pauses for a moment, thinking how different things were a week ago when she was so groggy on medication she could barely speak. Two weeks ago, and the nurse found her collapsed in a corridor, barely holding on.
Three weeks ago, and they were trying to stop the world succumbing to a viral hemorrhagic fever and-
She finally notices he’s there, and quietly says, “Hey.”
"You're looking -"
"Less like a walking corpse?" she quips sharply.
He chuckles. “I was going to say 'well'."
A smirk drifts across her face. "I'll take it. It's amazing what a fresh coat of makeup can do."
"Ah, that's not, well…" He trails off, not entirely sure where he was going to say (and to her credit, she either doesn't notice or chooses to ignore his empty-headedness. He pulls the standard wheeled hospital room table across the room and starts divvying up the drinks and snacks. "One hot chocolate, as requested. They were out of cinnamon swirls, so I got caramel donuts. I hope that's okay. I can get something else if not?"
"I'm sure that will be wonderful. Thank you." She takes the plastic lid off her drink. "Did you put extra marshmallows on this?"
He nods. “If you’re going to do it, might as well do it right.”
"You're too kind."
He sits down and joins her in looking up to the TV. "What are we watching?"
“I don’t know how I got to it. I don’t know what it is…but… these couples have 90 days to get married or one of them gets deported. It’s some kind of immigration visa thing. Most of the time they haven’t met in person first.”
"That doesn't seem like a healthy foundation for a marriage."
"Oh yeah? Because you‘re such an expert on marriage?"
"I’m offended."
“Oh really . Enlighten me, dear expert. What makes a healthy foundation for a marriage?"
"You're right, I know nothing. But I know it's not that. You can't possibly know someone well enough in that time. How could you commit your life to another person without knowing their deepest, darkest secrets?"
She lets out the softest of chuckles. "No secrets, huh?"
"Do you have any better ideas?"
She sighs. "You’re asking the wrong person. I spent my twenties focused on my career. It's not like anybody wanted to introduce the Devil Doctor to their parents anyway. And then…well, you already know the rest."
"That must've been rough."
She shrugs. "What about you?"
He shakes his head.
"Well, aren't we a pair of sad sacks."
He gives a slight ‘hmm’ before they both go back to watching the TV, all too aware they’ve stumbled towards the edge of the territory they’d agreed not to enter. "I never took you for a trash TV fan."
"And I never took you for a law-abiding citizen, and yet here we are." She immediately holds her hand up, a concession that perhaps she'd gone too far.
"I'd be mad but….it's just good to have you back."
"I haven't quite wrapped my head around it yet. But it is good to be back."
He gestures towards the TV, donut in hand. "This is a trainwreck. And yet I can’t look away."
The doctor nods knowingly. "I’d already watched three episodes before you got here."
Another two episodes go by. The physicist and the hippy witch make it to their nuptials, but not without appointing her Hell’s Angels motorcyclist ex-boyfriend as the officiant. The bellydancer and the Mormon call it quits at the literal altar. They’re about to find out what happens next with the anarchist and the rule follower when that nurse Emma knocks on the door to tell them that visiting hours were over quite some time ago, and she’s run out of stalling tactics to pacify the chief nurse.
“Guess that’s my cue to go.” He starts clearing up the empty paper cups that held the long consumed hot chocolates and the wrappers from the donuts. “I had fun, though. That show is strangely captivating.”
“Isn’t it just? Tell you what, I’ll wait until you’re around to watch the next episode, but only if you agree to bring more hot chocolate and donuts.”
“Deal.”
Her mouth twitches open a few times, as if she's searching for her words before she finally finds the: “Can I ask a favour?”
He pauses, surprised by her unusual hesitancy. “Sure.”
“They will consider releasing me in a few days if I can ensure someone will check up on me in case I injure myself. Apparently, I can’t be trusted to sit the hell down and rest. And they might have a point. There’s so much I need to do to get ready for Alyssa. I have no furniture for her room, nothing to keep her entertained. I wouldn’t ask, but -”
He interrupts to spare her from her obvious discomfort. “Whatever you need, just let me know.”
“There’s no obligation. I wouldn’t want to intrude on your personal life any more than I already have recently.”
“I’m sure the instant ramen waiting for me at home won’t mind.”
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2030
"And there are people who think I have cool parents."
They glance at each other, then round to the living room doorway, where Alyssa stands, backpack hanging off one shoulder, shaking her head at them.
“Excuse me?” Naomi responds, with a level of sarcasm usually reserved for when he did something idiotic at work.
“We’re cool,” he protests. “What makes you think we’re not cool?”
“Okay, let’s look at the evidence here,” Alyssa begins, holding out her hand as if counting her arguments on her fingers. “You’re both pushing 50 -”
"41,” Naomi interjects.
“42.”
“Whatever,” Alyssa dismisses with an eye roll and a wave of her hands. “It’s a Friday night, and you’re choosing to stay home and binge watch some crappy reality show that hasn’t been cool since, well, ever. How are they still broadcasting this? And why is it so important as to be written on the family calendar?”
“It’s the 10 year reunion season,” Naomi explains. “We get to find out which ones stayed together.”
Alyssa shakes her head. “That’s exciting. ”
“It is,” he adds. “There are several stacks of paperwork wagered on this.”
“You are hearing yourselves, right?”
Naomi rolls her eyes at the teenager. 'Like you have any better plans?"
"Yes actually. A bunch of us are going round to Joshua’s to play Dungeons and Dragons.”
He scoffs. "Nerd."
Alyssa knows he’s kidding, but she still throws a cat toy, long since ignored by the elderly feline curled up on the other chair. It bounces, plastic and hollow, off the back of his skull. Chloe glances up, chooses to ignore the toy that’s landed a few feet away from her, and goes back to sleep.
Naomi lands a backhander against his forearm. "Leave her alone. Or do I need to remind you of the infamous guitar Incident?"
"It's been over a decade, are you ever going to let that go?"
Looking him dead in the eye, she gives the same answer she’s given every other time he’s asked over the years. "Absolutely not."
Alyssa raises her hand like a kid trying to answer the teacher’s question.“What about the time he was outbid for that vinyl with like 30 seconds to go?”
"That was last week."
“Okay okay, you’ve both made your point,” he resigns, though his obvious discomfort is enough to send the other two into fits of deep belly laughter. “Careful, or I'll be forced to bring up the time we went to that midnight screening of that movie and you fell asleep by the opening credits. You barely spoke to me for a week."
Alyssa makes some kind of noise in surprise. "Shots fired."
"Hey, whose side are you on?"
"I don't take sides," Alyssa counters. "But he's got you there."
Naomi scoffs and shakes her head. "No loyalty here."
"There's a case of donuts in the kitchen for you and your friends," he says. "I'd go get them before they're used as weapons."
Alyssa exits towards the kitchen with a faint yessss whispered under her breath.
He looks back to Naomi, who is equal parts amused and annoyed. “That guitar was a priceless relic.”
“Yes, you’ve mentioned that.”
“And I watched that listing for three days. Three. Days.”
“I know. I'd waited a year to see that movie."
"I know."
"You should've woken me."
"I did. Twice."
Alyssa returns from the kitchen, cradling the box of donuts in the crook of her arm. “Okay, I’m gonna head out to hang with the actually cool people.”
"Don't stay out too late," Naomi cautions.
Alyssa rolls her eyes. "Yes, mom. I also promise not to drink, take drugs or do anything else illegal.”
“Atta girl,” he pipes up.
“Have fun,” Naomi adds. “Remember we love you.”
With a dismissive wave over her shoulder, Alyssa turns towards the front door. “Love you too, losers.”
The front door clicks shut, and Naomi points the remote to the TV. The opening credits roll, and she rests her head on his shoulder.
“We’re cool, right?” he asks.
“You know as well as I do that we’ve never been cool.”
With a sigh, he concedes. “Yeah, you’re right.”
And so they watch the full season, only pausing to make more hot chocolates and snack on caramel donuts.
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After the coronavirus pandemic and the rise of monkeypox cases, news of another virus can trigger nerves globally. The highly infectious Marburg virus has been reported in the West African country of Ghana this week, according to the World Health Organization.
Two unrelated people died after testing positive for Marburg in the southern Ashanti region of the country, the WHO said Sunday, confirming lab results from Ghana’s health service. The highly infectious disease is similar to Ebola and has no vaccine.
Health officials in the country say they are working to isolate close contacts and mitigate the spread of the virus, and the WHO is marshaling resources and sending specialists to the country.
“Health authorities have responded swiftly, getting a head start preparing for a possible outbreak. This is good because without immediate and decisive action, Marburg can easily get out of hand,” said the WHO’s regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti.
Fatality rates from the disease can reach nearly 90 percent, according to the WHO.
Here’s what we know about the virus:
What is the Marburg virus?
Marburg is a rare but highly infectious viral hemorrhagic fever and is in the same family as Ebola, a better-known virus that has plagued West Africa for years.
The Marburg virus is a “genetically unique zoonotic … RNA virus of the filovirus family,” according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “The six species of Ebola virus are the only other known members of the filovirus family.”
Fatality rates range from 24 percent to 88 percent, according to the WHO, depending on the virus strain and quality of case management.
Marburg has probably been transmitted to people from African fruit bats as a result of prolonged exposure from people working in mines and caves that have Rousettus bat colonies. It is not an airborne disease.
Once someone is infected, the virus can spread easily between humans through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected people such as blood, saliva or urine, as well as on surfaces and materials. Relatives and health workers remain most vulnerable alongside patients, and bodies can remain contagious at burial.
The first cases of the virus were identified in Europe in 1967. Two large outbreaks in Marburg and Frankfurt in Germany, and in Belgrade, Serbia, led to the initial recognition of the disease. At least seven deaths were reported in that outbreak, with the first people infected having been exposed to Ugandan imported African green monkeys or their tissue while conducting lab research, the CDC said. Nearly 800,000 doses of monkeypox vaccine may be in U.S. by end of July
Where has Marburg been detected?
The Ghana cases are only the second time Marburg has been detected in West Africa. The first reported case in the region was in Guinea last year. The virus can spread quickly. More than 90 contacts, including health workers and community members, are being monitored in Ghana. The WHO said it has also reached out to neighboring high-risk countries to put them on alert.
Cases of Marburg have previously been reported elsewhere in Africa, including in Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, South Africa and Zimbabwe. The largest outbreak killed more than 200 people in Angola in 2005.
The virus is not known to be native to other continents, such as North America, and the CDC says cases outside Africa are “infrequent.” In 2008, however, a Dutch woman died of Marburg disease after visiting Uganda. An American tourist also contracted the disease after a Uganda trip in 2008 but recovered. Both travelers had visited a well-known cave inhabited by fruit bats in a national park.
What are the symptoms?
The illness begins “abruptly,” according to the WHO, with a high fever, severe headache and malaise. Muscle aches and cramping pains are also common features.
In Ghana, the two unrelated individuals who died experienced symptoms such as diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting. One case was a 26-year-old man who checked into a hospital on June 26 and died a day later. The second was a 51-year-old man who went to a hospital on June 28 and died the same day, the WHO said.
In fatal cases, death usually occurs between eight and nine days after onset of the disease and is preceded by severe blood loss and hemorrhaging, and multi-organ dysfunction.
The CDC has also noted that around day five, a non-itchy rash on the chest, back or stomach may occur. Clinical diagnosis of Marburg “can be difficult,” it says, with many of the symptoms similar to other infectious diseases such as malaria or typhoid fever.
Can Marburg be treated?
There are no vaccines or antiviral treatments approved to treat the Marburg virus.
However, supportive care can improve survival rates such as rehydration with oral or intravenous fluids, maintaining oxygen levels, using drug therapies and treating specific symptoms as they arise. Some health experts say drugs similar to those used for Ebola could be effective.
Some “experimental treatments” for Marburg have been tested in animals but have never been tried in humans, the CDC said.
Virus samples collected from patients to study are an “extreme biohazard risk,” the WHO says, and laboratory testing should be conducted under “maximum biological containment conditions.” WHO warns covid ‘nowhere near over’ as variants spike in U.S., Europe
Anything else to know?
The WHO said this week it is supporting a “joint national investigative team” in Ghana and deploying its own experts to the country. It is also sending personal protective equipment, bolstering disease surveillance and tracing contacts in response to the handful of cases.
More details are likely to be shared at a WHO Africa online briefing scheduled for Thursday.
“It is a worry that the geographical range of this viral infection appears to have spread. This is a very serious infection with a high mortality rate,” international public health expert and professor Jimmy Whitworth of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine told The Washington Post on Monday.
“It is important to try to understand how the virus got into the human population to cause this outbreak and to stop any further cases. At present, the risk of spread of the outbreak outside of Ashanti region of Ghana is very low,” he added.
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Gastroenterology Medicine: an outline
Gastroenterology could be a branch of medication that focuses on the health of the system digestorium or the GI (gastrointestinal) tract. Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat medical specialty diseases associated with the system, everything from irritable gut syndrome to viral hepatitis. elements of the GI system treated by a physician include the tongue, epiglottis, secretion glands, esophagus, liver, bladder, pancreas, stomach, intestine, bowel, rectum, and anus.
Who square measures Gastroenterologists?
Gastroenterologists square measure specialists United Nations agency primarily diagnoses and treats medical specialty diseases. They additionally perform scrutiny procedures during which they use specialized instruments to look at the canal and create an identification. In some cases, they'll work closely with GI sawbones to higher perceive things about the patient and supply the most effective medical aid.
The system functions:
Digests and moves food
Absorbs nutrients
Removes waste from your body
And, Gastroenterologists will treat any part of this method.
Key Areas of medical specialty
Hepatology focuses on the identification and treatment of diseases of the liver, bladder, biliary tree, and duct gland
Pancreatic illness
Liver Transplantation
Inflammatory gut illness, or the other chronic inflammation of the digestive tube
Gastrointestinal cancer
Endoscopic police work of the digestive tube
Reflux rubor, that's normally caused thanks to reflux illness
When must you Visit a Gastroenterologist?
Your primary Dr. could refer you to a specialist if you're stricken by medical specialty symptoms such as:
Unexplained blood in your stool
Unexplained issue swallowing
Experiencing abdominal pain
If you're over the age of fifty, take into account checking out “Gastroenterologist close to me” and acquire the preventive care you would like. Men and girls over the age of fifty have a high risk for carcinoma so they ought to keep an eye fixed out for the signs and medical specialty symptoms associated with such issues.
Common practical epithelial duct Disorders
A disorder is one wherever the gastrointestinal tract appearance traditional but doesn’t work properly. These square measure the foremost common issues poignant in the gastrointestinal tract. Irritable gut syndrome (ISB) and constipation square measure the foremost common examples.
Many factors upset the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract including:
Stress
Eating giant amounts of farm merchandise
Traveling or alternative changes in routine
Controlling the urge to own gut movements thanks to pain from hemorrhoids
Eating a diet low in fiber
Not enough exercise
Traveling or alternative changes in routine
Pregnancy
Taking medications like antidepressants, iron pills, and powerful pain medicines like narcotics
Overuse of laxatives (stool softeners) that, over time, weaken the gut muscles
Taking antacid medicines containing metallic elements or metal
What square measure the Common Diseases Treated by Gastroenterologists?
Gastritis
Acute Liver Failure
Alcoholic liver disease
Celiac Disease (Sprue)
Cholecystitis
Liver liver disease
Colitis
Colon Cancer
Constipation
Esophagitis
Fatty Liver
Food Poisoning
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastroesophageal Reflux illness (GERD)
Lower epithelial duct hemorrhage
Malabsorption
Peptic Ulcer illness
Ulcerative inflammation
Upper epithelial duct hemorrhage
Viral liver disease
Acute liver disease of gestation
Anal Cancer
Diarrhea
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Hepatocellular malignant neoplastic disease
Rectal Cancer
Typhoid Fever
What square measure the Common Procedures Performed by Gastroenterologists?
Capsule scrutiny
Colonoscopy
Endoscopic diagnostic assay
Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
Glue injection of varices
Liver diagnostic assay
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Education and coaching Requirements: the trail to Becoming a physician
To become an authorized physician, a doctor should receive 5 & 0.5 years of coaching in M.B.B.S from a medical school. once graduation/M.B.B.S, a post-graduation in general medicine for 3 years is critical to qualify for coaching, which is followed by an excellent specialization degree in a medical specialty.
Leading Gastroenterologist in Nagpur :=
Dr. Rachit Agarwal
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DNB (Gastroenterology)
Dr. Rachit Agarwal is a Gastroenterologist, Hepatologist, And Therotoscopic Endoscopy Doctor In Nagpur. He Provides Services Related To Gas Acidity, Constipation, Fatty Liver, Abdominal Pain, Jaundice, And Diarrhea. He has vast experience in treatment alcohol related liver disease, Cirrhosis,
Pancreatitis, Hepatitis, Biliary and GI cancer . He completed an MBBS from Indira Gandhi Government Medical College, Nagpur with a first-class grade. He pursued his Post Graduation (MD Medicine) from Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai and DNB Gastroenterology from Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi. He has good experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He is a Consultant Gastroenterologist at SS Multi specialty Hospital and Saraswati Kidney Care Hospital, Consultant Gastroenterologist at Orange City Hospital and Research Institute, and a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Sparsh Polyclinic and nursing home. He is a member of ACG (American College of Gastroenterology), Lifetime member of ISG (Indian Society of Gastroenterology), Lifetime member of INASL (Indian National Association for the study of liver), and Lifetime Member of SGEI (Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy of India). To contact Doctor click here
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Concerns rise over potential pandemic from Kenya's deadly Kitum cave - ET HealthWorld
New Delhi: In the tranquil landscape of Mount Elgon National Park in Kenya, the seemingly innocuous Kitam Cave hides a dangerous secret that could potentially cause a global problem. health crisis, Dubbed the ‘most dangerous place on Earth’, this cave is a storehouse of deadly people. marburg virusknown to cause serious viral hemorrhagic fever In humans.
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Lassa fever: NCDC records one death, 15 new cases in one week
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has reported one death and confirmed 15 new cases of Lassa fever within one week across the country.
The NCDC said this in a situation report for Week 13 published on its website on Friday.
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Combatting Dengue Virus: Effective Treatments in Jaipur"
Dengue Fever: Understanding the Disease
Dengue fever, caused by the dengue virus transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, presents a significant health concern in Jaipur and other regions with a tropical climate. The disease is characterized by flu-like symptoms, including high fever, severe headache, joint pain, muscle pain, rash, and fatigue. In severe cases, dengue fever can progress to dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, which are life-threatening conditions requiring immediate medical attention.
Causes of Dengue Fever
The primary cause of dengue fever is infection with one of the four dengue virus serotypes (DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3, DEN-4). These viruses are transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. These mosquitoes thrive in tropical and subtropical regions, making dengue fever prevalent in such areas.
Treatments and Management
Early detection and prompt medical intervention are crucial for managing dengue fever effectively. Treatment focuses on alleviating symptoms, preventing complications, and ensuring adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration. In Jaipur, experienced physicians like Dr. Rahul Mathur at Swasthya Clinics specialize in diagnosing and treating dengue fever.
Key Treatments and Care Strategies
Symptomatic Relief: Medications such as acetaminophen (paracetamol) are recommended to reduce fever and relieve pain. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should be avoided due to the risk of bleeding.
Hydration: Adequate hydration is essential to prevent dehydration, especially in cases of severe dengue. Patients are encouraged to drink plenty of fluids, including oral rehydration solutions (ORS).
Monitoring: Regular monitoring of vital signs and blood parameters is crucial to detect complications such as plasma leakage and thrombocytopenia early.
Hospitalization: Patients with severe dengue requiring intensive care may need hospitalization for close monitoring and intravenous fluid administration.
Preventive Measures
Preventing dengue fever involves controlling mosquito populations and minimizing mosquito breeding sites. Residents of Jaipur are advised to:
Use mosquito repellents and wear protective clothing.
Eliminate standing water in and around homes.
Use screens on doors and windows to prevent mosquito entry.
Seek medical attention promptly if experiencing symptoms of dengue fever.
Dr. Rahul Mathur: Expertise and Experience
Dr. Rahul Mathur, a respected general physician at Swasthya Clinics in Jaipur, specializes in infectious diseases, including dengue fever. With extensive experience and advanced medical training, Dr. Mathur provides compassionate care and comprehensive treatment options for patients with dengue fever and other infectious diseases.
Conclusion
In conclusion, dengue fever is a significant public health concern in Jaipur, necessitating effective preventive measures and prompt medical intervention. With the expertise of physicians like Dr. Rahul Mathur(viral fever treatment in jaipur), patients can receive timely diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and supportive care to manage dengue fever effectively and reduce the risk of complications.
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Unveiling Dengue Fever: A Comprehensive Guide
Dengue fever, a mosquito-borne viral infection, continues to be a significant public health concern in many parts of the world. Its prevalence and potential for severe complications make it essential for individuals to understand this infectious disease thoroughly. In this blog post, we will explore what dengue fever is, its transmission, and symptoms, and why awareness is crucial in combating this illness.
What is Dengue Fever?
Dengue fever is a viral infection caused by the dengue virus, primarily transmitted through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, particularly Aedes aegypti. These mosquitoes are most active during the day, making them common vectors in urban and suburban areas.
Transmission of Dengue Fever
The transmission cycle of dengue fever involves mosquitoes biting infected humans and then transmitting the virus to other individuals through subsequent bites. Dengue fever is not directly transmitted from person to person, but rather through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Common Symptoms of Dengue Fever
The symptoms of dengue fever can vary from mild to severe and may include:
High fever
Severe headache
Pain behind the eyes
Joint and muscle pain
Nausea and vomiting
Skin rash
Mild bleeding, such as nosebleeds or gum bleeding
In severe cases, dengue fever can progress to dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, which can be life-threatening and require immediate medical attention.
Why Awareness Matters
Awareness of dengue fever is crucial for several reasons:
Prevention: Understanding how dengue fever is transmitted and the importance of vector control measures, such as eliminating mosquito breeding sites and using insect repellent, can help prevent the spread of the disease.
Early Detection: Recognizing the symptoms of dengue fever early on can lead to prompt medical evaluation and appropriate management, which may help reduce the risk of severe complications.
Community Health: By raising awareness of dengue fever and its prevention methods, communities can work together to reduce the burden of this disease and protect public health.
Conclusion
Dengue fever remains a significant global health challenge, affecting millions of individuals each year. By increasing awareness of the transmission, symptoms, and prevention methods associated with dengue fever, we can take proactive steps to mitigate its impact on public health. If you or someone you know experiences symptoms suggestive of dengue fever, seek medical attention promptly for evaluation and appropriate care. Together, we can combat dengue fever and promote a healthier, safer future for all.
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Understanding Dengue Test Kits: A Key to Early Detection
Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection that can lead to severe complications if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Dengue test kits are essential tools for early detection, allowing healthcare providers to initiate timely treatment and prevent the spread of the disease. This article provides an overview of dengue test kits, their types, and how they are used in the diagnosis of dengue fever.
What is Dengue Fever?
Dengue fever is caused by the dengue virus, which is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes. The virus can cause a wide range of symptoms, from mild fever to severe flu-like symptoms, and in some cases, dengue hemorrhagic fever or dengue shock syndrome, which can be life-threatening.
Types of Dengue Test Kits
1. NS1 Antigen Test Kits: These kits detect the presence of the dengue virus NS1 antigen in the blood. The NS1 antigen is typically detectable during the early stages of infection, making this test useful for early diagnosis.
2. IgM Antibody Test Kits: These kits detect the presence of dengue-specific IgM antibodies in the blood. IgM antibodies are produced in response to dengue infection and are detectable within a few days after the onset of symptoms.
3. IgG Antibody Test Kits: These kits detect the presence of dengue-specific IgG antibodies in the blood. IgG antibodies typically become detectable a few days after the onset of symptoms and persist for a long time, providing evidence of past infection.
How Dengue Test Kits Work
Dengue test kits use a small sample of blood, usually obtained through a finger prick, to detect the presence of dengue virus antigens or antibodies. The test procedure varies depending on the type of kit used but generally involves adding the blood sample to a test device and waiting for a visible reaction, such as a color change, to indicate a positive result.
Interpretation of Results
- Positive Result: A positive result indicates the presence of dengue virus antigens or antibodies in the blood, suggesting a current or past infection with dengue virus. Further testing may be needed to confirm the diagnosis.
- Negative Result: A negative result indicates the absence of dengue virus antigens or antibodies in the blood. However, a negative result does not rule out the possibility of dengue infection, especially if the test is done too early or too late after the onset of symptoms.
FAQs
Q: When should dengue test kits be used?
A: Dengue test kits should be used when a person presents with symptoms suggestive of dengue fever, such as fever, severe headache, joint and muscle pain, and rash.
Q: Are dengue test kits accurate?
A: Dengue test kits are generally accurate, but false-positive and false-negative results can occur. Confirmatory testing may be needed for definitive diagnosis.
Q: Can dengue fever be treated?
A: There is no specific antiviral treatment for dengue fever. Treatment is supportive and focuses on relieving symptoms and preventing complications.
Conclusion
Dengue test kits are invaluable tools for the early detection and diagnosis of dengue fever, allowing healthcare providers to initiate timely treatment and prevent the spread of the disease. If you suspect you have dengue fever or are experiencing symptoms, consult a healthcare provider for testing and appropriate management.
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