West Nile Virus Disease Learning Center
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West Nile virus is a disease spread by mosquitos. The condition ranges from mild to severe. |
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Symptoms
Mild disease, generally called West Nile fever, has some or all of the following symptoms: Fever; Headache; Back pain...
Causes
West Nile virus was first identified in 1937 in Uganda in eastern Africa. It was first identified in the United State...
Tests
Signs of West Nile virus infection are similar to those of other viral infections. There is nothing that can be found...
Treatments
Because this illness is not caused by bacteria, antibiotics do not help treat West Nile virus infection. Standard hos...
Complications
Complications from mild West Nile virus infection are extremely rare. Complications from severe West Nile virus infec...
Prevention
The best way to prevent West Nile virus infection is to avoid mosquito bites. Using mosquito-repellant products conta...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have any of the symptoms of West Nile virus infection, particularly if you may ...
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