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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Ross River fever | |||
| synonyms = Epidemic polyarthritis | |||
| pronunciation = | |||
| specialty = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[rash]], [[arthralgia]] | |||
| complications = Chronic [[arthritis]] | |||
| onset = 3 to 11 days after exposure | |||
| duration = Weeks to months | |||
| causes = [[Ross River virus]] | |||
| risks = [[Mosquito]] exposure | |||
| diagnosis = [[Serology]] | |||
| differential = [[Dengue fever]], [[Chikungunya]] | |||
| prevention = [[Mosquito control]] | |||
| treatment = [[Analgesics]], [[anti-inflammatory]] medications | |||
| medication = [[Paracetamol]], [[ibuprofen]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally good, but symptoms can persist | |||
| frequency = Endemic in [[Australia]], [[Papua New Guinea]], and [[Pacific Islands]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Ross River Fever''' is a [[viral infection]] caused by the [[Ross River virus]]. This disease is primarily found in [[Australia]], [[Papua New Guinea]], and other islands in the [[South Pacific]]. The virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected [[mosquitoes]]. | '''Ross River Fever''' is a [[viral infection]] caused by the [[Ross River virus]]. This disease is primarily found in [[Australia]], [[Papua New Guinea]], and other islands in the [[South Pacific]]. The virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected [[mosquitoes]]. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of Ross River Fever can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may have severe symptoms. The most common symptoms include [[joint pain]], [[muscle pain]], [[fatigue]], and [[rash]]. These symptoms can last for several weeks to several months. | The symptoms of Ross River Fever can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may have severe symptoms. The most common symptoms include [[joint pain]], [[muscle pain]], [[fatigue]], and [[rash]]. These symptoms can last for several weeks to several months. | ||
==Transmission== | ==Transmission== | ||
Ross River Fever is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. The virus is not transmitted from person to person. The mosquitoes that carry the Ross River virus are most active at dawn and dusk. | Ross River Fever is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. The virus is not transmitted from person to person. The mosquitoes that carry the Ross River virus are most active at dawn and dusk. | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Ross River Fever is diagnosed through a [[blood test]]. The blood test looks for [[antibodies]] to the Ross River virus. If antibodies are present, it indicates that the person has been infected with the virus. | Ross River Fever is diagnosed through a [[blood test]]. The blood test looks for [[antibodies]] to the Ross River virus. If antibodies are present, it indicates that the person has been infected with the virus. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
There is no specific treatment for Ross River Fever. Treatment is focused on relieving symptoms. This may include [[pain relievers]] for joint and muscle pain, and [[rest]] to help with fatigue. | There is no specific treatment for Ross River Fever. Treatment is focused on relieving symptoms. This may include [[pain relievers]] for joint and muscle pain, and [[rest]] to help with fatigue. | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Prevention of Ross River Fever involves avoiding mosquito bites. This can be done by wearing long sleeves and pants, using insect repellent, and staying indoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. | Prevention of Ross River Fever involves avoiding mosquito bites. This can be done by wearing long sleeves and pants, using insect repellent, and staying indoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Arbovirus]] | * [[Arbovirus]] | ||
* [[Epidemiology of mosquito-borne diseases]] | * [[Epidemiology of mosquito-borne diseases]] | ||
* [[List of notifiable diseases]] | * [[List of notifiable diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Viral diseases]] | [[Category:Viral diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Zoonotic diseases]] | [[Category:Zoonotic diseases]] | ||
{{Medicine-stub}} | {{Medicine-stub}} | ||
Latest revision as of 04:43, 4 April 2025
| Ross River fever | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Epidemic polyarthritis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Infectious disease |
| Symptoms | Fever, rash, arthralgia |
| Complications | Chronic arthritis |
| Onset | 3 to 11 days after exposure |
| Duration | Weeks to months |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Ross River virus |
| Risks | Mosquito exposure |
| Diagnosis | Serology |
| Differential diagnosis | Dengue fever, Chikungunya |
| Prevention | Mosquito control |
| Treatment | Analgesics, anti-inflammatory medications |
| Medication | Paracetamol, ibuprofen |
| Prognosis | Generally good, but symptoms can persist |
| Frequency | Endemic in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and Pacific Islands |
| Deaths | N/A |
Ross River Fever is a viral infection caused by the Ross River virus. This disease is primarily found in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and other islands in the South Pacific. The virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Ross River Fever can vary greatly from person to person. Some people may experience no symptoms at all, while others may have severe symptoms. The most common symptoms include joint pain, muscle pain, fatigue, and rash. These symptoms can last for several weeks to several months.
Transmission[edit]
Ross River Fever is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. The virus is not transmitted from person to person. The mosquitoes that carry the Ross River virus are most active at dawn and dusk.
Diagnosis[edit]
Ross River Fever is diagnosed through a blood test. The blood test looks for antibodies to the Ross River virus. If antibodies are present, it indicates that the person has been infected with the virus.
Treatment[edit]
There is no specific treatment for Ross River Fever. Treatment is focused on relieving symptoms. This may include pain relievers for joint and muscle pain, and rest to help with fatigue.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of Ross River Fever involves avoiding mosquito bites. This can be done by wearing long sleeves and pants, using insect repellent, and staying indoors at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
See also[edit]
