West Nile fever

West Nile fever is an infection by the West Nile virus, which is typically spread by mosquitoes. In about 80% of infections people have few or no symptoms. About... Wikipedia

• Specialty:  Infectious disease
• Symptoms:  None, fever, headache, vomiting or diarrhea and muscle aches rash
• Usual onset:  2 to 14 days after exposure
• Duration:  Weeks to months
• Causes:  West Nile virus spread by mosquito
• Diagnostic method:  Based on symptoms and blood tests
• Prevention:  Reducing mosquitoes, preventing mosquito bites
• Treatment:  Supportive care (pain medication)
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo