Argentine hemorrhagic fever
Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever
Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever (pronunciation: Ar-gen-tine Hem-or-rhag-ic Fe-ver), also known as Mal de Junin (pronunciation: Mal de Hoo-neen), is a viral disease caused by the Junin virus. The disease is named after the region in Argentina where it was first identified.
Etymology
The term "Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever" is derived from the country of origin, Argentina, and the primary symptom of the disease, which is hemorrhage. The alternate name, "Mal de Junin", is named after the city of Junin in Argentina, where the disease was first discovered.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever include fever, malaise, headache, dizziness, bleeding, and neurological disorders. In severe cases, it can lead to shock, seizures, coma, and death.
Transmission
Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever is transmitted to humans through contact with infected rodents or their droppings. The Junin virus is carried by the corn mouse (Calomys musculinus), a rodent species native to Argentina.
Treatment
Treatment for Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever includes supportive care and antiviral medication. The antiviral drug Ribavirin has been shown to be effective in treating this disease.
Prevention
Prevention of Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever involves avoiding contact with rodents in endemic areas and using rodent control measures. A vaccine known as Candid #1 is also available for people at high risk of exposure to the Junin virus.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Argentine hemorrhagic fever
- Wikipedia's article - Argentine hemorrhagic fever
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