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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Picardy sweat | |||
| synonyms = Suette des Picards | |||
| specialty = [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[sweating]], [[rash]], [[headache]], [[muscle pain]] | |||
| complications = [[Dehydration]], [[exhaustion]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Several days | |||
| causes = Unknown, possibly [[infectious agent]] | |||
| risks = Poor [[sanitation]], [[overcrowding]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical diagnosis]] | |||
| differential = [[Sweating sickness]], [[influenza]], [[typhus]] | |||
| treatment = [[Supportive care]], [[hydration]] | |||
| prognosis = Generally [[self-limiting]] | |||
| frequency = Historical, no recent cases | |||
}} | |||
'''Picardy sweat''' is a rare and severe form of [[sweating]] that was first described in the [[Picardy]] region of [[France]] in the 15th century. It is also known as [[Sudor anglicus]] or the English sweat. | '''Picardy sweat''' is a rare and severe form of [[sweating]] that was first described in the [[Picardy]] region of [[France]] in the 15th century. It is also known as [[Sudor anglicus]] or the English sweat. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
The first recorded outbreak of Picardy sweat occurred in 1413 in the Picardy region of France. The disease was characterized by sudden onset of fever, intense sweating, and severe pain in the limbs. It was highly contagious and often fatal. The disease spread rapidly throughout Europe, reaching England in 1508, where it became known as the English sweat. | The first recorded outbreak of Picardy sweat occurred in 1413 in the Picardy region of France. The disease was characterized by sudden onset of fever, intense sweating, and severe pain in the limbs. It was highly contagious and often fatal. The disease spread rapidly throughout Europe, reaching England in 1508, where it became known as the English sweat. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of Picardy sweat include: | The symptoms of Picardy sweat include: | ||
* Sudden onset of high [[fever]] | * Sudden onset of high [[fever]] | ||
* Intense sweating | * Intense sweating | ||
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* [[Rapid heartbeat]] | * [[Rapid heartbeat]] | ||
* [[Shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The exact cause of Picardy sweat is unknown. Some researchers believe it may have been caused by a [[virus]], while others suggest it may have been a form of [[hantavirus]]. | The exact cause of Picardy sweat is unknown. Some researchers believe it may have been caused by a [[virus]], while others suggest it may have been a form of [[hantavirus]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
There is no specific treatment for Picardy sweat. Treatment is supportive and includes [[hydration]], [[pain relief]], and [[fever reduction]]. | There is no specific treatment for Picardy sweat. Treatment is supportive and includes [[hydration]], [[pain relief]], and [[fever reduction]]. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Sweating]] | * [[Sweating]] | ||
* [[Fever]] | * [[Fever]] | ||
* [[Hantavirus]] | * [[Hantavirus]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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{{stub}} | {{stub}} | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Diseases]] | [[Category:Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:History of medicine]] | [[Category:History of medicine]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 04:34, 4 April 2025
| Picardy sweat | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Suette des Picards |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Infectious disease |
| Symptoms | Fever, sweating, rash, headache, muscle pain |
| Complications | Dehydration, exhaustion |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Several days |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Unknown, possibly infectious agent |
| Risks | Poor sanitation, overcrowding |
| Diagnosis | Clinical diagnosis |
| Differential diagnosis | Sweating sickness, influenza, typhus |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Supportive care, hydration |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Generally self-limiting |
| Frequency | Historical, no recent cases |
| Deaths | N/A |
Picardy sweat is a rare and severe form of sweating that was first described in the Picardy region of France in the 15th century. It is also known as Sudor anglicus or the English sweat.
History[edit]
The first recorded outbreak of Picardy sweat occurred in 1413 in the Picardy region of France. The disease was characterized by sudden onset of fever, intense sweating, and severe pain in the limbs. It was highly contagious and often fatal. The disease spread rapidly throughout Europe, reaching England in 1508, where it became known as the English sweat.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of Picardy sweat include:
- Sudden onset of high fever
- Intense sweating
- Severe pain in the limbs
- Headache
- Nausea and vomiting
- Rapid heartbeat
- Shortness of breath
Causes[edit]
The exact cause of Picardy sweat is unknown. Some researchers believe it may have been caused by a virus, while others suggest it may have been a form of hantavirus.
Treatment[edit]
There is no specific treatment for Picardy sweat. Treatment is supportive and includes hydration, pain relief, and fever reduction.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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