Lassa Fever
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Lassa Fever Also known as Lassa hemorrhagic fever is caused by the Lassa virus that is spread specifically by African rats. | ||||
Disease information
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Symptoms[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Symptom
| Symptom | Probability | Seriousness |
|---|---|---|
| Lassa Virus Present | 100 | Serious |
| Fever | 80 | Medium |
| Headache | 70 | Low |
| Fatigue | 70 | Low |
| Breathing Problems | 70 | Medium |
| Chest Pain | 70 | Medium |
| Chills | 70 | Low |
| Abdominal Pain | 70 | Medium |
| Leukopenia | 70 | Medium |
| Abnormal LFT | 70 | Low |
| Hypovolemia | 70 | Serious |
| High Fever | 70 | Serious |
| Orifice Bleeding | 70 | Serious |
Complications[edit | edit source]
| Symptom | Probability |
|---|---|
| Hemorrhagic Fever | If Lassa Virus isn't treated within 12-24 hours this could happen. |
| Heart Failure | If hypovolemia isn't treated within 4-18 hours this could happen. |
| Exhaustion | If high fever isn't treated within 2-8 hours this could happen. |
| Hemorrhagic Fever | If orifice bleeding isn't treated within 4-24 hours this could happen. |
Examinations[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Examination
- PCR testing
- Interview
- Physical Examination
- Temperature
- Chest Auscultation
- Thorax Percussion
- CBC Testing
- ICU Blood Analysis/Blood Test
Treatments[edit | edit source]
- Main article: Treatment
