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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever
Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever (or Ebola Virus Disease) is named for the Ebola River in the Republic of the Congo, where it first appeared. It is a deadly disease that infects primates, such as monkeys and gorillas, as well as humans. As many as 90% of infected patients die. It is spread by blood and other body fluids and the infection can go from human to human or from animals to humans. At this time, there is no cure.
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What disease does Ebola virus cause?
Ebola begins with a headache, back and neck ache. It proceeds to bloody vomit, and diarrhea, and bleeding gums and nose. Rashes, hiccups (odd symptom) Bruising (due to internal bleeding) forms on the skin and also redness of the eyes form.
In pregnant women, miscarriage and heavy vaginal bleeding are common Ebola symptoms.
Followed by Extensive internal and External bleeding, Jaundice, shock and Death
Death usually occurs during the second week of Ebola symptoms. Death in Ebola victims is usually from massive blood loss.
Between 50 and 90% of infected people die, there is at present no known cure.
And 15 fatal deaths in '04.
Ebola is caused by infection with a virus of the family Filoviridae, genus Ebolavirus. There are five identified Ebola virus species, four of which are known to cause disease in humans: Ebola virus (Zaire ebolavirus); Sudan virus (Sudan ebolavirus); Taï Forest virus and Bundibugyo virus (Bundibugyo ebolavirus). The fifth, Reston virus (Reston ebolavirus), has caused disease in nonhuman primates, but not in humans.
What are the long term effects of the ebola virus?
It causes odd behaviors, delirium, combativeness, loss of muscle function, muscle spasms, drooling, convulsions, and pain.
There is no short term effects of rabies. It isn't until the virus reaches the central nervous system that the effects listed above occur.
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What antibiotic are used against Ebola?
The virus that causes Ebola cannot be killed with treatments; instead, healthcare providers focus on providing relief of the symptoms. This can be achieved by giving oxygen, IV fluids, antibiotics, and other medications. Even when these treatments are administered, death still occurs in 50 to 90 percent of cases.
Yes, bleach can effectively kill the Ebola virus on surfaces. A solution containing at least 1,000 to 5,000 ppm (parts per million) of bleach is recommended for disinfecting surfaces contaminated with the virus. However, it is crucial to follow proper dilution guidelines and safety precautions when using bleach, as it can be hazardous to health.
How many people have died of Ebola in Spain?
As of my last update, there has been only one confirmed death due to Ebola in Spain. This occurred in October 2014 when a Spanish nurse, Teresa Romero, contracted the virus while caring for an Ebola patient in Sierra Leone. While there were additional cases and quarantines, Romero was the only person who died from Ebola in Spain.
They will just bleed out since they can not clot their blood.
Is the Ebola virus a toxin or exoenzyme?
No it is a virus, (as it's name suggests).
An exoenzyme is an enzyme that is secreted by a cell and that works outside of that cell.
A toxin is a poisonous substance produced by living cells or organisms
Does Ebola come from dirty water?
No. It comes from someone who has the disease and has it in their body fluids (blood, sexual fluids and even sweat).
What are the 2 types of Ebola in the hot zone?
The Zairevirus strain, and the Sudan virus strain are two types of Ebola in the hot zone.
Which organisation sends a team of people to the Ebola disease?
The United Nations Wolrd Health Organization (WHO), American Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the US Army Medical REsearch Institute of Infectuous DIseases (USAMRIID). Have all responded to Ebola outbreaks and sent out research teams as well. Other organizations may also have responded.
Is the Ebola virus more common in males than females?
The Ebola virus affect men and women the same but because women in Africa care for their sick relatives they are more likely to get it. They also wash and handle the bodies before burial. Those are customs that the people have.
