What Is Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Mosquito transmitted Togavirus that is present in North, Central, and South America, and the Caribbean
How Do You Get Eastern Equine Encephalitis?
Transmitted by infected mosquitoes.
Susceptibility and Resistance
All people are susceptible.
What Are The Symptoms?
Symptoms include high fever, muscle pain, altered mental status, headaches, irritation of the meninges (linings of the brain), photophobia and seizures. Due to the virus’s effect on the brain, patients who survive can be left with mental and physical impairments, such as personality disorders, paralysis, seizures, and intellectual impairmen
Preventative Measures
Avoidance of mosquito bites.
Treatment
There is no specific treatment other than supportive measures.
Vaccinations
Where Does It Commonly Occur?
The virus is is present in North, Central, and South America, and the Caribbean.
