SCCM Resource Library-FCCS Yellow Fever- Spanish

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Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. It is endemic in tropical regions of Africa and South America. The disease has four phases: incubation, infection, remission, and intoxication. Symptoms include fever, chills, headache, back pain, jaundice, and bleeding. Severe cases can lead to multiorgan failure and death. Diagnosis is done through serologic tests that detect the presence of IgM antibodies. Treatment is supportive and focuses on maintaining perfusion, preventing hemorrhage, and providing adequate nutrition. There is no specific antiviral treatment for yellow fever. Prevention methods include vaccination and mosquito control measures, such as using repellents, mosquito nets, and eliminating stagnant water sources. The yellow fever vaccine is made from an attenuated strain of the virus and is recommended for travelers to endemic areas. Adverse reactions to the vaccine are generally mild and include headache, muscle pain, and low-grade fever. However, rare cases of severe adverse reactions, such as viscerotropic disease and neurologic disease, can occur. It is important for travelers to be educated about yellow fever and to take preventive measures to avoid infection. Resources for further information include the CDC and World Health Organization websites.

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Crisis Management, Infection, 2017

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Yellow fever

viral disease

Aedes aegypti mosquito

endemic

symptoms

diagnosis

treatment

prevention

vaccine

travelers

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