Yellow Fever Flashcards
1
Q
What kind of infection causes yellow fever?
A
Yellow fever virus
2
Q
Which organism spreads yellow fever
A
The aedes aegyptii mosquito
3
Q
Symptoms
A
Fever
Chills
Myalgia - esp back pain
Jaundice
Headache
Anorexia
Nausea
4
Q
Treatment and prognosis
A
Symptomatic
Half of those with severe disease die
5
Q
Where is yellow fever endemic?
A
90% cases occur in Africa, rest in South America
Not found in Asia
6
Q
How is it prevented?
A
Safe and effective vaccine
