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Dengue fever and dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) are acute febrile diseases, found in the tropics and Africa, and caused by four closely related virus serotypes of the genus Flavivirus, family Flaviviridae.The geographical spread is similar to malaria, but unlike malaria, dengue is often found in urban areas of tropical nations, including Singapore, Taiwan, Indonesia, Philippines, India and Brazil. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The mosquito is a major cause of a number of serious diseases throughout the world. Five of the most prevalent mosquito borne diseases are Malaria, Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis, Dengue Fever, and West Nile Virus.
Malaria is the most common of these serious diseases caused by mosquitoes. Well over a million people die from this disease world wide each year. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Yellow fever, which is also known as sylvatic fever and viral hemorrhagic fever or VHF, is a severe infectious disease caused by a type of virus called a flavivirus. This flavivirus can cause outbreaks of epidemic proportions throughout Africa and tropical America. Related Article Tags: , ,
Mosquitoes can carry diseases like malaria, yellow fever, many types of encephalitis and dengue. Almost 600 million people die each year with mosquito-born diseases. What can you do to prevent getting bitten(tm)
Mosquitoes are annoying enough when they are buzzing around you and leaving itchy bites. Unfortunately, they also happen to be carries of some of the more nasty diseases on the plant including West Nile Virus. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Yellow fever can be recognized from historic texts stretching back 400 years. Infection causes a wide spectrum of disease, from mild symptoms to severe illness and death. The "yellow" in the name is explained by the jaundice that affects some patients, causing yellow eyes and yellow skin. Related Article Tags: , ,
Fever is a natural response of the body that helps in fighting off foreign substances, such as microorganisms, toxins, etc. Body temperature is set by the thermoregulatory center, located in an area in the brain called hypothalamus. Body temperature is not constant all day, but actually is lowest at 6 A.M. and highest around 4-6 P.M. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
If you enjoy getting outdoors, you know mosquitoes can be annoying as all get out. Even worse, the little blood suckers happen to carry a vast collection of nasty diseases. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Are you suffering from hay fever ? Get to know why hay fever occurs, how to cure your hay fever , natural remedies for hay fever.
Fever, a very common condition among everyone is caused when the body temperature gets elevated than the normal temperature. Our body temperature is regulated by the hypothalamus present at the base of the brain. It regulates the body temperature and keeps it according to the need. Common fever occurs in almost every human being irrespective of sex and age, and it occurs more than once in every one. Fever can also be caused by some serious diseases like malaria, pneumonia, infection, flu, cold, cancer etc. Sometimes fever is caused due to the side effects of medicines you are on. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Fever blisters or cold sores are usually the blisters which appear on the lips and in the outer edges of the mouth. It is very small but painful. After few days they form a scab and also display a clear liquid. Usually it is caused by the herpes virus. If due to some any other reason this virus is triggered off then it results into cold sores or fever blisters. There is not any permanent cure for fever blisters but with the help of the home remedies its severity and frequency can be reduced. Usually they appear after cold, fever stress during menstruation and also due to exposure to the sun. Several home remedies are there which will reduce the affect of fever blisters. Related Article Tags: , ,
Hay fever has been given many different names such as allergic rhinitis, pollinosis or nasal allergies. You can contract hay fever due to certain air borne dust particles exposed in the environment. These dust particles can be pollen, dander which can cause allergic reaction. Hay fever problem mainly begins from surroundings by which anyone can be affected. Staying away, from any of the allergy triggering factors is the best solution. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Fever blister or cold sores are very unpleasant for the sufferer and the worst part is that they are caused by a virus which doesn't leave your body after healing, but stays there and reactivates periodically. If you had fever blisters once, you will most likely have them again. The virus usually hits when your body is weakened. Besides looking very bad, cold sores are also very painful and disturbing. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Many individuals suffer with seasonal allergies, including hay fever, that affects the nose and eyes. Commonly caused by dust, pollen and animal dander, many allergy sufferers often especially begin to feel the effects during the spring months as the trees and flowers begin to bloom. Watery, red and itchy eyes combined with a stuffy and/or runny nose are just a few of the symptoms relating to hay fever.
A part of the brain called the hypothalamus acts as the body's thermostat. When all is well in the body, the hypothalamus is set at the normal body temperature. Fever develops when the hypothalamus is set to a higher-than-normal temperature. This resetting of the hypothalamus is usually caused by small molecules called pyrogens in the blood. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
When your baby has a fever or cold, your first urge is to run right to the pediatrician. But, mild colds and fevers are common, and often don't require a visit to the doctor, just some at home management. Here are some techniques to help manage colds and fever at home, and some information to help you know when to call the doctor. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Yellow fever is a viral disease that has caused large epidemics in Africa and the Americas. It can be recognized from historic texts stretching back 400 years. Infection causes a wide spectrum of disease, from mild symptoms to severe illness and death. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Glandular fever (or kissing disease) is the common term used to describe an acute viral infection called infectious mononucleosis. The virus that causes glandular fever is known as Epstein-Barr virus. Glandular fever mainly affects young adults. A chronic form of glandular fever is one of the suggested causes of chronic fatigue syndrome. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Fever Blisters, also known as Cold Sores usually happen when someone has recently caught fever or cold, and has suffered from it for a long time, or when Herpes Virus has infected the person. The infection is actually contagious, and can be transferred from an infected person to a healthy person quite easily. The sores start to appear on the outer edge of the mouth, and seem to be filled with fluid in the beginning, which later turn into scabs. Sometimes, even prolonged stress and anxiety, as well as menstruation in women, can also be the causes of such sores. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Influenza is a type of viral infection which should not be taken lightly as it affects the respiratory system. Symptoms include aching muscles, fever and headache and more. Since it is viral, it can spread from one person to another which is why, doctors will advice a healthy life, diet and ways to avoid it.
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