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EBOLA VIRUS

Ebola is referred to as the type of serious and deadly virus that is generally transmitted by the animals and humans refers to Ebola. Ebola was first detected in 1976 in Sudan. Since the virus was found at the Ebola River, hence it was named as Ebola virus. The disease is one of the common diseases in Spain that can often prove to be fatal. The disease’s largest outbreak was recorded in 2014 in West Africa. Learning more about this death-defying disease can help the victim to prevent the virus. Avoiding contact with the blood and body fluids and prevent the victim from this deadly infection. It can also have some residual effects on the immune system.

Causes

Now a question here running in everyone’s mind is that what causes Ebola?

Generally, the deadly infection is linked with a viral family known as Filoviridae (also said as Filovirus). Depending upon the location where the virus is found, the Ebola virus is divided into subtypes that are:

• Bundibugyo
• Reston
• Sudan
• Ivory Coast
• Zaire

The virus is generally found in the African fruit bats. As it is transmitted by the animals to humans, hence it is also called a zoonotic virus. Chimpanzees, gorillas, monkeys, and porcupines, etc. are some of the animals that can transmit the virus to humans via blood or body fluids.

Signs and Symptoms

Research of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows that signs and symptoms of Ebola Virus emerge eight to ten days after the exhibit. It might even get a bit longer and take about two to three weeks. One of the most common and the first sign that shows you have Ebola Virus is Extreme Fatigueness. If you are planning to visit a city or country where the risk of Ebola virus is high, you must tell your health care provider. Here are some of the signs and symptoms which shows that you are having Ebola Virus:

• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Headache
• Muscle pain
• Stomach pain
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Vomiting

Diagnosis

Some of the symptoms of Ebola Virus can emulate other small diseases like flu, malaria, and even typhoid. Some blood tests that identify the body can be helpful to see whether you are infected or not. These tests may also reveal low platelet counts and elevated liver enzymes. In addition to blood tests, the doctor or health care provider will check whether if any of your community group member is also infected. PCR can prove to be the best choice for the blood test.

Treatment

There is no general cure or vaccine of Ebola Virus at the present. But surely in the future, there will be a pure cure to this death-defying disease. However, some preventive measurements can be of very much help in reducing or ending the virus as well as keeping the victim comfortable. These measures are listed below:

• Taking medications to maintain blood pressure.
• Managing electrolyte balances
• Providing extra oxygen, if needed
• Providing intravenous or oral fluids to prevent dehydration
• Treating coexisting infections
• Preventing other infections from occurring
• Administering blood products if indicated

If you are also suffering from this death-defying disease and want to get treated, just contact the Global Patient Transfer at any moment.