Seoul
Seoul (Medicine)
Seoul (pronounced: /soʊl/; Korean: 서울) is not only the capital city of South Korea, but also a term used in the medical field, specifically in the context of the Seoul virus.
Etymology
The term "Seoul" in the context of medicine is derived from the name of the city where the virus was first identified. The Seoul virus is a type of Hantavirus, a group of viruses that are primarily spread by rodents.
Seoul Virus
The Seoul virus is a type of Hantavirus that is primarily carried by the brown or Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus). It is named after the South Korean capital where it was first identified. The virus can cause a type of hemorrhagic fever known as Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) or Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS).
Transmission
The Seoul virus is transmitted to humans through contact with urine, feces, or saliva of infected rats. It can also be transmitted through the bite of an infected rat. There is no evidence of person-to-person transmission of the Seoul virus.
Symptoms
Symptoms of the Seoul virus infection may include fever, severe headache, back and abdominal pain, chills, blurred vision, redness of the eyes, or rash. In severe cases, it can cause acute kidney failure.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment, cure, or vaccine for Seoul virus infection. However, patients often need intensive care, hospitalization, and supportive treatment.
Prevention
Prevention of Seoul virus infection primarily involves avoiding contact with rats and taking precautions when handling rats or cleaning areas where they have been present.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Seoul
- Wikipedia's article - Seoul
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