Author: Saroj Kumari

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Zika Virus Zika virus is a type of virus from the Flaviviridae family and the Flavivirus genus which is spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. The mosquito species is the same one that transmits the dengue and chikungunya viruses. The viruses were first identified in monkeys in Uganda in 1947. Meanwhile, the virus first infected humans in 1952 in Uganda and Tanzania. This virus can cause mild illness to humans with the medical term Zika fever or Zika disease. Zika Virus Symptoms As many as 4 out of 5 people infected with this virus generally do not show any signs or symptoms. When symptoms do…

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Chlamydia Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease that is transmitted through sex without using a condom. Most chlamydia sufferers are young women. However, both men and women of all ages can get chlamydia. Research suggests that an estimated 40 to 96 percent of people with chlamydia have no symptoms. However, chlamydia can still cause health problems later on if left untreated. If not treated properly, chlamydia can spread and cause long-term health problems. Symptoms of Chlamydia Chlamydia usually does not show symptoms after 1–3 weeks. Often, chlamydia symptoms are ignored because they are thought to pass quickly and are not serious. Symptoms…

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Dengue Fever Definition Dengue fever or DHF is a mosquito-borne disease that occurs in tropical and subtropical areas of the world. Common symptoms of DHF are high fever and flu-like symptoms. Meanwhile, in severe DHF, this condition can cause serious bleeding, sudden drop in blood pressure (shock), and even death. Millions of cases of dengue fever infections occur worldwide each year. DHF is most common in Southeast Asia, the western Pacific islands, Latin America and Africa. But now the disease has spread to new areas, including local outbreaks in Europe and the southern United States. The best way to prevent…

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Chikungunya Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease that can cause sudden onset of fever and severe joint pain. Other signs and symptoms include fatigue, muscle aches, headaches, and rashes. Signs and symptoms of chikungunya usually appear within two to seven days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Unfortunately, there is no vaccine to prevent chikungunya fever, and no effective antiviral treatment. However, the disease has limited spread and rarely causes serious complications. Treatment is usually aimed at relieving symptoms, such as rest, replacing lost fluids, and administering medications to relieve joint pain and fever. Chikungunya outbreaks were first reported…

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Cherophobia Cherophobia is a feeling of fear or phobia that occurs when someone does not want to be happy, due to something irrational. Someone who suffers from this condition is often afraid to participate in activities that cause feelings of joy or happiness. Symptoms of Cherophobia The most common symptom of this phobia is extreme anxiety, even leading to panic attacks. The sufferer may go to great lengths to ensure that they do not interact with their fear, even preventing it from happening. There are several other common symptoms that are commonly felt by someone with this phobia, namely: Feeling…

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