disease
Nephropathia epidemica
A disease caused by a group of viruses, varying with the epidemic focus. Humans contract the virus from animals and their waste. The disease begins acutely with fever, rapid heartbeat, nausea, and/or vomiting. Accompanied by headache and photophobia. After 3 days, a rash appears on the skin and facial flushing becomes evident. The disease causes internal bleeding, leading to patient's death.
Symptoms
- Headache
- Photophobia
- Chest pain
- Nausea and vomiting
- Skin redness
- Rash
- Rapid pulse
- Weakness
- Fever
Clinical profile
- Affected systems mentioned
- Cardiovascular system, Skin, Digestive system, Eyes
- Risk groups
- People in contact with animals, rural residents.
Treatment notes
- No treatment instruction is included in the clinical note.