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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever

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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Definition

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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever
Ebola Virus Infection

A person with Ebola hemorrhagic fever has a life threatening infection caused by the Ebola virus. The virus destroys white blood cells and blood vessels.

Only four cases of Ebola hemorrhagic fever have been reported in the US. Outbreaks have occurred in parts of Africa.

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Last Updated: Sep 15, 2008 References

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

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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever References:

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