Argentine Hemorrhagic Fever Virus

Argentine hemorrhagic fever virus, or Junin virus, is a dangerous virus that can cause severe illness and even death. It causes hemorrhagic fever, which manifests as high fever, muscle and joint pain, headache, weakness and bleeding. The virus is highly contagious and is transmitted through contact with infected blood or other body fluids. Treatment includes antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs, but many cases require hospitalization and intensive treatment.

Argentine hemorrhagic fever emerged in 1976 during the war between Argentina and Bolivia. As a result of this war, both states received significant territories. These areas were occupied by civilians fleeing conflicts, who in turn carried the Junin virus to new areas.

Although Junin virus is endemic in Argentina and Bolivia, it has also been reported in several South American countries, including Chile and Paraguay. The virus can spread through the bite of infected mosquitoes.

Symptoms of the disease appear within 4-5 days after infection. Patients develop a temperature of up to 41-42 degrees Celsius, a sharp deterioration in their condition, vomiting and loose stools. Bleeding from the nose and gums, as well as hemorrhages on the skin and under the eyes, soon appear. Respiratory symptoms include cough, wheezing and chest pain.

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