Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), pronounced /ˈiːstərn ˈiːkwaɪn ɛnˌsɛfəˈlaɪtɪs/, is a rare but serious and often fatal infection that causes encephalitis or inflammation of the brain. It is caused by the Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEEV), which is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected mosquito.
Etymology
The term "Eastern Equine Encephalitis" is derived from the region where the disease was first identified (Eastern United States), the animal species primarily affected (equines, or horses), and the primary symptom it causes (encephalitis, or inflammation of the brain).
Symptoms
Symptoms of EEE include sudden onset of headache, high fever, chills, and vomiting. More severe symptoms may include disorientation, seizures, and coma.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment for EEE. Care is based on symptoms. Patients with severe cases often need to be hospitalized.
Prevention
Prevention of EEE is focused on controlling mosquito populations and preventing mosquito bites.
Related Terms
- Encephalitis: Inflammation of the brain, often due to infection.
- Virus: A small infectious agent that can only replicate inside the living cells of an organism.
- Mosquito: A family of small, midge-like flies.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Eastern Equine Encephalitis
- Wikipedia's article - Eastern Equine Encephalitis
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