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(A92.4) Rift valley fever
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2 940 in individuals diagnosis rift valley fever confirmed
8 083 deaths with diagnosis rift valley fever
275% mortality rate associated with the disease rift valley fever
Diagnosis rift valley fever is diagnosed Men are 4.42% more likely than Women
1 535
Men receive the diagnosis rift valley fever
4 222 (275.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis rift valley fever
3 861 (274.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease rift valley fever - Men aged 75-79 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 30-34, 45-49, 55-59, 65-69, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-29, 35-44, 50-54, 60-64, 70-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-49, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 35-39, 50-59
Disease Features rift valley fever
Absence or low individual and public risk
Rift valley fever - what does this mean
Rift valley fever is an infectious disease caused by a virus that is spread by mosquitoes. it is most common in africa, the middle east, and parts of asia, and can cause fever, headaches, muscle pain, joint pain, and nausea. in some cases, it can lead to more serious complications, including blindness, encephalitis, and death.
What happens during the disease - rift valley fever
Rift valley fever (rvf) is a viral disease caused by the rvf virus, which is transmitted to humans primarily through the bite of infected mosquitoes. the virus is also spread through contact with the blood, organs, or milk of infected animals, as well as through inhalation of aerosolized virus particles. once inside the body, the virus replicates in the liver and spleen, causing an acute systemic infection that can lead to a variety of symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle pain, and nausea. in severe cases, rvf can lead to hemorrhagic fever, encephalitis, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Rift valley fever - Prevention
Prevention of rift valley fever can be achieved by avoiding contact with infected animals, wearing protective clothing when handling animals, avoiding mosquito bites, and using insect repellents. vaccines are also available for livestock, and vector control measures such as insecticide spraying can be used to reduce mosquito populations.