1st West African Case Of Deadly Marburg Virus Detected: Check Symptoms and Details Here. The World Health Organization confirmed a case of Marburg disease in Guinea on 09.08.2021, the first death spotted in West Africa of the lethal virus that is related to Ebola and, like Covid-19, spreads from animal hosts to humans. Marburg virus has been found in monkeys, chimps and fruit bats in Africa. The virus, which is spread by bats and has an 88 percent rate of death, was discovered in samples taken from a patient who died on August 2 in southern Gueckedou prefecture, according to the WHO.
- “The potential for the Marburg virus to spread far and wide means we need to stop it in its tracks,” said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, WHO Regional Director for Africa.
- No drug has been approved to treat Ebola virus or Marburg virus. People diagnosed with Ebola virus or Marburg virus receives supportive care and treatment for complications. One vaccine has been approved for Ebola virus. Scientists are studying other vaccines for these deadly diseases.
Marburg Virus Symptoms:
Signs and symptoms typically begin abruptly within five to 10 days of infection with Ebola virus or Marburg virus. Early signs and symptoms include:
- Fever
- Severe headache
- Joint and muscle aches
- Chills
- Weakness
Over time, symptoms become increasingly severe and may include:
- Nausea and vomiting
- Diarrhea (may be bloody)
- Red eyes
- Raised rash
- Chest pain and cough
- Sore throat
- Stomach pain
- Severe weight loss
- Bruising
- Bleeding, usually from the eyes, and when close to death, possible bleeding from the ears, nose and rectum
- Internal bleeding
Risk Factors:
Journey to Africa: You are more vulnerable if you visit or work in areas where Ebola or Marburg virus outbreaks have occurred.
Conduct animal studies: People who conduct animal research with monkeys imported from Africa or the Philippines are more likely to contract the Ebola or Marburg viruses.
Three family members of the deceased, as well as a healthcare worker, have been identified as high-risk close contacts and are being monitored, according to the WHO, while investigations are underway to determine the source of the infection and any other possible contacts.
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