INFORMATION ON YELLOW FEVER

Yellow fever is caused by the yellow fever virus that is spread to humans by infected mosquitoes. Many yellow fever infections are mild, but the disease can cause severe, life-threatening illness. We can found in Africa and South America. Yellow fever is preventable by immunization. Travelers to countries with yellow fever should get the yellow fever vaccine. Yellow fever has been a source of several devastating epidemics.

SYNONYMS OF YELLOW FEVER

Synonyms and related keywords:
1. Sylvatic fever.
2. Jungle yellow fever.
3. Viral hemorrhagic fever.
4. Epidemic yellow fever.
5. Urban yellow fever.
6. Haemagogus mosquito.

CAUSES OF YELLOW FEVER

Yellow fever is caused by the yellow fever virus. Yellow fever is a tropical disease that is spread to humans by infected mosquitoes. The virus can then be transported around the body and reproduce itself in a variety of the body's cells, usually the liver, kidneys and blood vessels. In serious cases, these cells may become damaged themselves.

SYMPTOMS OF YELLOW FEVER

Many yellow fever infections are mild, but the disease can cause severe, life-threatening illness. Symptoms of yellow fever are:

1. High fever.
2. Chills.
3. Headache.
4. Muscle aches.
5. Vomiting.
6. Backache.
7. Shock.
8. Bleeding.
9. Kidney and liver failure.

DIAGNOSIS OF YELLOW FEVER

Diagnosis of yellow fever depends on the examination of blood by various techniques in order to demonstrate either yellow fever viral antigens or specific antibodies.

TREATMENT OF YELLOW FEVER

There is no specific treatment for yellow fever. Persons with yellow fever should rest and drink plenty of fluids. They should be kept away from mosquitoes for the protection of others. Most people get better after a long recovery period. If you will be traveling to an area where yellow fever is common, use mosquito repellents, wear clothing that fully covers your body, and sleep in screened housing. There is an effective vaccine against yellow fever. Ask your doctor at least 10-14 days prior to travel if you should be vaccinated against yellow fever.