Yellow Fever

Infectious Disease

Overview

Definition

Acute viral hemorrhagic disease.

Epidemiology

Varies globally depending on genetics, environment, or exposure.

Etiology & Risk Factors

  • Yellow fever virus via infected mosquitoes.

Clinical Symptoms

  • Fever
  • chills
  • severe back pain
  • jaundice
  • bleeding.

Clinical Approach

Diagnosis

  • Serology
  • PCR.

Management

  • Supportive care. Preventable by vaccine.

Complications

  • Hepatic and renal failure
  • massive hemorrhage.