Bwamba fever

Bwamba fever: an infectious disease endemic to East Africa

Bwamba fever is an infectious disease that belongs to the group of tropical mosquito fevers. The disease is caused by the Bwamba arbovirus and is endemic in East Africa. Bwamba fever is characterized by 2-5 days of fever, headache and muscle pain.

Bwamba virus was discovered in 1952 in Tanzania. It is transmitted through mosquito bites, primarily by Aedes mosquitoes. A person can become infected with the virus through the bite of a mosquito that has previously bitten an infected animal. Transmission of the virus through blood and sexual contact is also possible.

The incubation period of the Bwamba virus can last from 3 to 10 days. After this, the patient begins to experience a series of symptoms, including fever, headache, muscle pain, nausea and vomiting. Some patients may also experience seizures and a decreased level of consciousness.

Bwamba fever is seasonal and occurs most often during the rainy season when the mosquito population is at its peak. To diagnose this disease, the ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) method is used.

Treatment of Bwamba fever includes symptomatic therapy aimed at relieving symptoms of the disease. However, there is no specific cure for this virus. Preventive measures include using repellents, wearing protective clothing and installing mosquito nets.

Bwamba fever, although rare outside of East Africa, is a major health threat to the region. Further research into this disease will help combat its spread more effectively and reduce its negative impact on people's health.

Fever (from ancient Greek ὑγεία “health”) is a set of symptoms that cause fever, general disturbances and increased fatigue of the body in diseases accompanied by high temperature.

People have two types of fever: normal (up to 38 degrees Celsius) and elevated (38 degrees or above). Fever is caused by viruses, bacteria, rickettsia (vibrios), fungi, and parasites. But most often, elevated temperature occurs during intoxication, poisoning with any poisons; dysfunction of the pituitary gland (endocrine system of the body); hyperfunction of the thyroid gland; blood loss; taking medications,