Seoul orthohantavirus
Seoul Orthohantavirus
Seoul orthohantavirus (pronunciation: /soʊl ˌɔːrθoʊˈhæntəˌvaɪrəs/), also known as Seoul virus, is a type of Hantavirus that is primarily carried by the Norway rat and black rat. It is one of the many species of hantaviruses that cause Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) and Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS) in humans.
Etymology
The name "Seoul orthohantavirus" is derived from the city of Seoul, the capital of South Korea, where the virus was first identified. The term "orthohantavirus" is derived from the Greek word "orthos" meaning "straight" and "hantavirus", the name of the virus family to which it belongs.
Transmission
Seoul orthohantavirus is primarily transmitted to humans through contact with the urine, feces, or saliva of infected rats. It can also be transmitted through the bite of an infected rat. Human-to-human transmission is rare but has been documented.
Symptoms
The symptoms of Seoul orthohantavirus infection include fever, headache, back and abdominal pain, chills, nausea, blurred vision, and in severe cases, acute kidney failure. The incubation period is typically 1-2 weeks but can be as long as 8 weeks.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment, cure, or vaccine for Seoul orthohantavirus infection. Treatment is supportive and may include hospitalization, oxygen therapy, fluid replacement, and use of medications to relieve symptoms.
Prevention
Prevention of Seoul orthohantavirus infection involves avoiding contact with rats and taking precautions when handling rats or cleaning areas where rats have been present.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Seoul orthohantavirus
- Wikipedia's article - Seoul orthohantavirus
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