FreeMD® Arbovirus Infection: Definition

Arbovirus Infection

Definition

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Definition

Common names:

Arbovirus Infection
Zoonosis

People with an Arbovirus infection have a viral illness that is transmitted by the bite of a mosquito or tick.

Many types of Arboviruses are carried by mosquitos and ticks.

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Eastern equine encephalitis
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St Louis encephalitis
Venezuelan equine encephalitis
Western equine encephalitis
Yellow fever
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Last Updated: Feb 25, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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