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Do horses get West Nile Virus?
Yes. Mosquitoes carry West Nile Virus and can infect horses when bitten. Other than horses, most animals that get the virus have mild, if any, symptoms. It is a serious illness in birds, horses, and some people.
Is there a west Nile virus vaccine?
for horses, yes for people, no
How can you Die from West Nile Virus?
West Nile virus is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, and can infect people, horses, many types of birds, and some other animals. Most people who become infected with West Nile virus will have either no symptoms or only mild ones. However, on rare occasions, West Nile virus infection can result in severe and sometimes fatal illnesses. There is no evidence to suggest that West Nile virus can be spread from person to person or from animal to person.
Can horses contract the West Nile Virus?
I'm not exactly sure what you're question is. If you are asking whether or not horses can contract the West Nile virus, the answer is yes! This virus is frequently spread through mosquitoes. It is very important that you get your horse vaccinated against the virus.
What virus causes flu like symptoms and can spread to the spinal cord and brain?
west nile virus
What are the signs of west mile virus?
Some symptoms of West Nile virus include skin rash, fever, not feeling hungry, body aches, headaches and feeling tired. The West Nile virus is transmitted to people by mosquitoes.
What family classification does the West Nile Virus fall under?
The family classifciation that the West Nile Virus falls under is Flaviviridae. This is a mosquito born virus that has been wide-spread amongst humans and horses.
What are the signs and symptoms for a virus?
Because there can be so many different types of viruses, such as Ebola, influenza, hepatitis C, rhinovirus, and West Nile virus the symptoms can also be different. For example, West Nile virus has symptoms that include confusion, numbness, fever, and paralysis. The Ebola virus can present symptoms like high fever and bleeding from the eyes, ears, and nose as the disease progresses.
Why is there a vaccine for west nile virus for horses but not for humans?
thats a good question. i wanna know the answer too.
West Nile Virus Symptoms and Complications?
West Nile virus is a contagious virus that is carried by mosquitos. When an infected mosquito bites a human, he or she may contract the virus. The incubation period for the West Nile virus is typically 2 to 15 days, according to the CDC.Symptoms of The West Nile VirusMost people experience no symptoms when they become infected with the West Nile virus, according to The Mayo Clinic. However, around 20 percent of those infected with the virus develop a condition called West Nile fever. West Nile fever is characterized by fever, body aches, headaches, drowsiness, and more rarely, swollen lymph nodes, skin rash, or pain in or around the eyes.If you are experiencing these symptoms, visit a physician as soon as possible. These mild symptoms do not typically indicate a serious infection, and the physician will not be able to cure an infection caused by the West Nile virus. However, he or she can prescribe medications or treatments than can help to alleviate your symptoms.In addition, it is important that those who are infected with the West Nile virus are counted by the physician and their cases are reported to the CDC. The CDC tracks clusters of West Nile virus infections to help prepare physicians and public health officials in an area that is experiencing a high rate of West Nile virus infections.Symptoms of a More Serious InfectionFewer than one percent of those infected with the West Nile virus develop more serious symptoms. These symptoms may include a high fever, a migraine or powerful headache, stiff neck, disorientation, confusion, coma, muscle tremors or jerking, problems with coordination, convulsions, paralysis, or muscle weakness, according to The Mayo Clinic.If you experience any of these symptoms, contact a physician immediately or visit the emergency room of your local hospital. These symptoms may indicate that the patient has developed a more serious infection such as meningitis or West Nile poliomyelitis. These conditions may be life threatening and they require immediate medical attention. Patients with severe cases of West Nile virus infections typically require hospitalization and more comprehensive treatments.
How hantavirus is samiler to west nile virus?
Except for the flu like symptoms - there is no correlation between the two.
What causes the west nile virus?
The West Nile virus is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly of the Culex species. Birds are the main reservoir of the virus, and mosquitoes become infected by feeding on infected birds. It is not directly transmitted between humans.
