Viral haemorrhagic fever

Diseases that are prevalent in Africa and cause severe bleeding. There are several types, including Ebola fever, Lassa fever, Hantavirus, and Marburg fever. The diseases are fatal in a large percentage of cases, but Lassa fever may respond to antiviral drugs if given in the 1st week.

 

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