A disease spread by mosquitoes from infected birds to humans which can lead to inflammation of the brain leading to brain dysfunction, brain damage and can be fatal.
Most people experience mild symptoms but those with a weak immune system are more vulnerable.
Symptoms normally appear three to fifteen days after being bitten and last for a few days to a few weeks.
Diagnosis tests
Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap) – Spinal fluid is collected for analysis.
Tests may include:
Cell count
Protein and glucose levels
Culture
PCR for viruses
Antibody Testing (IgM)
Brain Imaging i.e. MRI and CT scan
Blood Tests
Electroencephalogram (EEG)
PCR Testing of CSF
Plaque Reduction Neutralization Test (PRNT)
Outbreaks have occurred in:
Egypt
Israel
India
Pakistan
Eastern Europe
Northern Mediterranean Europe
North Americas
West Indies
Countries affected are:
North America
United States of America (Alaska, Hawaii, Oahu, Maui)
Please copy and paste any key words from the title: West Nile Virus in the following respective 'Medtick References and/or Sources' to find out more about the disease (this also may include diagnosis tests and generic medical treatments).
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