| West Nile Virus |
| What will west nile virus do to you? |
It could kill you. Basically, the virus usually causes encephalitis, which causes your brain to swell. If you are a young child, senior citizen, or a person with immune system problems, yes, you co... |
| Is West Nile Virus a life-long disease? |
Although many people are bitten by mosquitos that carry West Nile virus, most do not know they've been exposed. Few people develop severe disease or even notice any symptoms at all.
Please se... |
| Is West Nile Virus and Dengue the same thing? |
From WebMD:
"West Nile virus causes an infection that is spread by certain species of mosquitoes, which become infected when they bite infected birds. The mosquitoes spread the virus to peo... |
| West Nile Virus? |
ugghhhh...
id visit an ER asap ... |
| West nile virus symptoms? |
West Nile Virus was first discovered in Uganda in 1937. In about 80% (ish) of people, infection causes no symptoms. In others, the virus causes mild flu-like symptoms known as West Nile fever, wi... |
| West Nile Virus? Help please? |
If you don't have any other symptoms I don't think you have anything to worry about.
Most persons who become infected with West Nile virus (WNV) develop no clinical illness or symptoms... |
| West Nile Virus.... please help?!? |
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| Is West Nile Virus a regular everyday virus? |
I don't know if I'd call it an everyday virus as much as I'd say it's one of the more lethal ones. I think the results of using pesticides will come back to bite us in the butt ... |
| What's going on healthwise in your area? Are you seeing any news reports on Lyme disease or West Nile Virus? |
I left Denver last year to come to Miami. I haven't heard of Lyme disease or WNV since I arrived. The local politicians have a bad case of hoof-in-mouth. ... |
| Do i have west nile virus? |
Depends on where you live, the chances of WNV vary greatly by states. If it's just a headache and fatigue, I wouldn't run off to the ER. If you get serious muscle stiffness, or a very s... |
| Whatever happened to West Nile Virus? |
It's still around. We just didn't have the outbreaks that some predicted. I think that's been due to increased vigilance in public awareness (such as emptying containers of stagnan... |
| Whats more deadly - West Nile Virus or Bird Flu? |
It depends on what you look at.
West Nile Virus (WNV) has killed more than avian flu. However, the death rate is higher with avian flu (so you are more likely to die of bird flu if you get it, ... |
| Do I have west nile virus mosquito bite? HELP! (pics)? |
dont know love ....couldnt down load image....shame as I have experiance in tropical medicine/illness ... |
| How long has West Nile virus been in the U.S.? |
It is not known how long it has been in the U.S., but CDC scientists believe the virus has probably been in the eastern U.S. since the early summer of 1999, possibly longer. ... |
| Is the west nile virus deadly to humans? is there a cure? |
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
idk if it has a cure.....so try not to catch it ... |
| Remedy for West Nile Virus? |
Most people recover from West Nile virus without treatment. Even those who develop encephalitis or meningitis may only need supportive therapy with intravenous fluids and pain relievers. Scientists... |
| Is west nile virus the same as denge fever? |
Hello Doug
Good question but no.
Denge Fever or Denge Hemorrhagic Fever is actually four different types/strains of the virus ( One can get all four) and is spread by the same mosquito that carri... |
| Does west nile virus like to attack a specific ethnic group or gender? |
Not that I am aware of. Mosquitoes are equal opportunity disease carriers.
However, that said, it is possible that other influencing factors could result in specific demographic trends in terms ... |
| Whats it like to have west nile virus.....? |
it can be anywhere from no symptoms to losing life. This is the season, highest risk in the midwest, stay away from mosquito bites good luck ... |
| What are major differences between West Nile Virus and Hansen Disease (Leprosy)? |
MOST MAJOR DIFFERENCE: West Nile is caused by a VIRUS of the flavivirus group. It is an encephalitis complex of viruses that mainly effects birds but can infect other mammals. It cannot be treate... |
| What Symptoms do People with west Nile Virus experience? |
Symptoms include fever, headache, tiredness, and body aches, occasionally with a skin rash (on the trunk of the body) and swollen lymph glands.
for more info go to this website: ... |
| Is there a cure for West Nile Virus? |
"In most people (80%), infection causes no symptoms. In others, the virus causes mild flu-like symptoms known as West Nile fever. The virus is able to pass the blood-brain barrier, and the mos... |
| If a human gets West Nile Virus, can he be cured? |
It is rare that someone dies of West Nile Virus Disease. Usually they will be over 50 if it happens.
I guess it's best to get West Nile when you are younger and get it over with, then you ar... |
| Can a person contract west nile virus more than once? |
Generally speaking, once you get the West Nile Virus you cannot get it again. However, I would think if you have any kind of disorder that causes reduced immunity, like HIV or are taking drugs tha... |
| Have you ever had west nile virus? |
Yes! It was the worst thing that has ever happened to me in my life. I'm still recovering. Any questions, don't hesitate to email me. ... |
| Wats the diiference between west nile virus and eeev? |
Eastern Equine Encephalitis and West Nile Encephalitis are both different strains of encephalitis, both cause varying symptoms that can be flu-like in nature or in some cases EEEV and WNV can be fa... |
| What is the scientific name of west nile virus? |
Encephalitis is the inflamation of the brain cause by the west nile virus
West Nile Virus is the formal name of the virus itself. ... |
| I need help!! Do i have west nile virus? |
Most people who have West Nile get mild flu symptoms, and recover without needed any medical attention. If you have a stiff neck or muscle weakness, seek medical attention. Otherwise, use anti it... |
| In which state does the west Nile virus mostly occur? |
Midwest, South West and North Eastern states
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| I need information on the West Nile Virus? |
Hope this helps.
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