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West Nile Virus Definition
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  • West Nile Virus
A person with West Nile virus has a viral infection that is spread by mosquitoes. Images

West Nile virus infection causes symptoms that are similar to influenza. Most people have mild symptoms and recover completely.
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Last Updated: Mar 19, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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