Situation and vulnerability
Pregnancy, particularly advanced, is subject to serious complications. Interpersonal transmissions may occur during contact with biological fluids, especially during treatment.
Signs and limits of their interpretation
Many infections are not symptomatic. Progressive fever, weakness and pain may evolve into serious harm; hearing loss may persist after healing.
Diagnosis and monitoring
The confirmation involves specialized tests such as RT-PCR or antibody detection. Symptoms alone do not distinguish Lassa from malaria and other fevers.
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Prevention and care
Protect the food from rodents and maintain a good hygiene of housing. After a compatible exposure and fever, seek medical guidance quickly and specify the stay.
Practical issues
Is ribavirin a treatment with certain efficacy?
WHO highlights uncertainties about its effectiveness and how it is used. Early support care remains important; no treatment should be undertaken on this sheet.
Preparing for an exchange with a professional
- Stay and exposure to rodents
- Possible pregnancy and term
- Fever, evolution and hearing disorders
Bring the full minutes and dates. This information facilitates evaluation; its collection must not delay an urgent appeal.
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