Yellow fever is a viral disease that is spread by mosquitoes. It is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South America. Symptoms of yellow fever include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, nausea, and vomiting. In severe cases, it can cause jaundice, kidney failure, and even death. Vaccination is the best way to prevent yellow fever.

The symptoms of Yellow Fever can vary from mild to severe. Common symptoms include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and fatigue. In more severe cases, Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), abdominal pain, and bleeding from the mouth, nose, eyes, or stomach may occur. In rare cases, liver and kidney failure, delirium, seizures, and Coma can occur.

Yellow fever is caused by a virus that is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. The virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South America.

The most effective treatment for Yellow Fever is prevention through vaccination. If a person has already been infected, supportive care is the main treatment. This includes rest, fluids, and medications to reduce fever and relieve pain. In severe cases, hospitalization may be necessary to provide supportive care, such as intravenous fluids and oxygen. In rare cases, a person may require a blood transfusion or dialysis.

1. Living in or traveling to areas where yellow fever is common, such as parts of Africa and South America.

2. Being exposed to mosquitoes that carry the virus.

3. Having a weakened immune system due to HIV/AIDS, cancer, or other conditions.

4. Being pregnant.

5. Being under the age of 6 months.

Yes, there is a vaccine available to prevent yellow fever. There is also a medication called ribavirin that can be used to treat severe cases of yellow fever.