What Is Hemorrhagic Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
3. What Are Typical Causes?
Most hemorrhagic fevers are caused by viruses that live in animals and insects. Bats, ticks, mosquitoes and rodents are the most common animals and insects that pass these viruses to humans. Once transmitted, viral hemorrhagic fevers can become highly contagious and affect a number of individuals.
To prevent a VHF from becoming an epidemic, it’s important for individuals with the following symptoms to seek immediate medical treatment. Explore the common symptoms of most hemorrhagic fevers to learn more about causes and prevention strategies.
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