Yellow Fever
Febris flava
Overview
Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes of the Aedes and Haemagogus genera. It occurs endemically in tropical regions of Africa and South America. The disease can progress mildly or severely, with symptoms of fever, jaundice, and hemorrhages.
Epidemiological Data
Reproduction Rate (R₀)
4.81
Mortality Rate
39%
Infectious Period
3-5 dni
Detailed Symptoms
Fever, headache, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, hemorrhages, kidney failure.
Symptoms
Treatment
Treatment is symptomatic - rest, hydration, antipyretics. In severe cases, hospitalization is necessary.
Course of Disease
The disease can progress mildly (viremic phase) or severely (toxic phase) with jaundice and hemorrhages.
Complications
No complication data available.
Prevention Details
The most effective prevention method is yellow fever vaccination, which provides protection for 10 years.
Prevention
No prevention data available.
Epidemiology
The disease occurs endemically in tropical regions of Africa and South America. It is estimated that 200,000 cases occur annually.
Risk Factors
Traveling to endemic areas without vaccination, being outdoors during mosquito activity hours.
Indications
Vaccination is recommended for all travelers to yellow fever endemic areas, especially in Africa and South America.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis is based on clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and serological tests.
Prognosis
Prognosis depends on disease severity. In mild cases, prognosis is good; in severe cases, mortality can be 20-50%.
Names & Synonyms
Common Names
Alternative Names
Vaccines
Manufacturer: Sanofi Pasteur, Sanofi Pasteur, Bio-Manguinhos / Fiocruz, Chumakov Institute, Wuhan Institute of Biological Products
Content Warnings
This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice.
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Medical Information
- Transmission
- wektorowa, kropelkowa, powietrzna, pokarmowa
- Incubation Period
- 3 - 6 days
- Infectious Period
- 3-5 dni
- Mortality Rate
- 39%
- Reproduction Rate (R₀)
- 4.81
- Causative Agent
- Wirus żółtej gorączki
- ICD Codes
- ICD-10: A95 | ICD-11: 1D47
- Vaccine-preventable
- Yes
Critical Information
Yellow fever
Manufacturer: Sanofi Pasteur, Sanofi Pasteur, Bio-Manguinhos / Fiocruz, Chumakov Institute, Wuhan Institute of Biological Products
WHO Code: J07BL01
Reporting Procedure
- Identify and confirm the case
- Notify the local health authority within 24 hours
- Complete the official notification form
- Submit laboratory confirmation if available
- Follow up with the health authority as required