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Ebola virus disease (EVD), commonly known as Ebola, is a severe and often fatal illness caused by the Ebola virus. The virus is transmitted to humans from wild animals and spreads through human-to-human contact. The disease first appeared in 1976 in two simultaneous outbreaks in Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Symptoms of Ebola typically appear 2-21 days after exposure to the virus and can include fever, severe headache, muscle pain, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and unexplained bleeding or bruising. These symptoms can progress rapidly, leading to severe dehydration, organ failure, and death in some cases.
There is currently no specific treatment for Ebola, but supportive care can help manage symptoms and improve outcomes. This includes providing fluids and electrolytes, maintaining blood pressure, treating other infections, and managing complications such as bleeding disorders.
Complications of Ebola can include organ failure, septic shock, and hemorrhage. Survivors of Ebola may also experience long-term complications such as joint and muscle pain, vision problems, and hearing loss.
Prevention of Ebola includes practicing good hygiene, avoiding contact with infected individuals or their bodily fluids, and following proper infection control measures in healthcare settings. Vaccines are also being developed to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Symptoms of Ebola typically appear 2-21 days after exposure to the virus and can include fever, severe headache, muscle pain, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and unexplained bleeding or bruising. These symptoms can progress rapidly, leading to severe dehydration, organ failure, and death in some cases.
There is currently no specific treatment for Ebola, but supportive care can help manage symptoms and improve outcomes. This includes providing fluids and electrolytes, maintaining blood pressure, treating other infections, and managing complications such as bleeding disorders.
Complications of Ebola can include organ failure, septic shock, and hemorrhage. Survivors of Ebola may also experience long-term complications such as joint and muscle pain, vision problems, and hearing loss.
Prevention of Ebola includes practicing good hygiene, avoiding contact with infected individuals or their bodily fluids, and following proper infection control measures in healthcare settings. Vaccines are also being developed to help prevent the spread of the virus.
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Introduction to Ebola
Ebola virus disease (EVD), commonly known as Ebola, is a severe, often fatal disease in humans and nonhuman primates (such as monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees). It is caused by the Ebola virus.
Symptoms
The incubation period for Ebola is typically 2 to 21 days. Symptoms typically include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle and joint pain
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Red eyes
- Internal bleeding (in severe cases)
Management
There is no specific cure for Ebola. Treatment focuses on supporting the patient and alleviating symptoms:
- Intravenous fluids and electrolytes
- Antiviral medications (investigational)
- Antibiotics for secondary infections
- Pain relievers
- Oxygen therapy
Complications
Ebola can lead to severe complications, including:
- Organ failure (e.g., kidney, liver, heart)
- Hemorrhagic fever (uncontrolled bleeding)
- Shock
- Death (in up to 90% of cases)
Prevention
Prevention of Ebola involves:
- Avoiding contact with infected animals or people
- Washing hands frequently
- Cooking meat and seafood thoroughly
- Wearing protective gear when caring for infected individuals
- Isolating infected individuals
- Contact tracing and surveillance
Ebola virus disease (EVD), commonly known as Ebola, is a severe, often fatal disease in humans and nonhuman primates (such as monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees). It is caused by the Ebola virus.
Symptoms
The incubation period for Ebola is typically 2 to 21 days. Symptoms typically include:
- Fever
- Headache
- Muscle and joint pain
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Red eyes
- Internal bleeding (in severe cases)
Management
There is no specific cure for Ebola. Treatment focuses on supporting the patient and alleviating symptoms:
- Intravenous fluids and electrolytes
- Antiviral medications (investigational)
- Antibiotics for secondary infections
- Pain relievers
- Oxygen therapy
Complications
Ebola can lead to severe complications, including:
- Organ failure (e.g., kidney, liver, heart)
- Hemorrhagic fever (uncontrolled bleeding)
- Shock
- Death (in up to 90% of cases)
Prevention
Prevention of Ebola involves:
- Avoiding contact with infected animals or people
- Washing hands frequently
- Cooking meat and seafood thoroughly
- Wearing protective gear when caring for infected individuals
- Isolating infected individuals
- Contact tracing and surveillance
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