infection⚑ High burden in India

West Nile fever

West Nile fever is an by the West Nile virus, which is typically spread by mosquitoes. In about 80% of people have few or no symptoms. About 20% of people develop a fever, headache, vomiting, or a rash. In less than 1% of people, or occurs, with associated neck stiffness, confusion, or . Recovery may take weeks to months. The risk of death among those in whom the nervous system is affected is about 10%.

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Symptoms — what it feels like

·None, fever, headache, vomiting, , muscle aches, rash

Causes — why it happens

·West Nile virus spread by mosquito

How it's found

·Based on symptoms and blood tests

Prevention

·Reducing mosquitoes, preventing mosquito bites

Treatment

·Supportive care (pain medication)

Complications

Outlook

·10% risk of death among those seriously affected

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