Mosquito-Borne Diseases - 15/08/18
, Sara Halverson, MD, Ngozi Ezinwa, MD, MPHRésumé |
Mosquito-borne diseases have become more common as previously geographically isolated diseases have spread globally. Chikungunya, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, malaria, West Nile, yellow fever, and Zika are a few of the common and emerging viral diseases spread by mosquitoes. A thorough patient history, physical, and knowledge of diagnostic testing based on symptom duration is important to make a quick and accurate diagnosis. Because the treatment for many of these diseases is supportive, the emphasis is on reducing risk and spread of infection.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Mosquitoes, Chikungunya, Dengue, Japanese encephalitis, Malaria, West Nile, Yellow fever, Zika
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Vol 45 - N° 3
P. 393-407 - septembre 2018 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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