Other arthropod-borne viral fevers, not elsewhere classified Save
ICD-10 code: A93
Chapter: Certain infectious and parasitic diseases
Other Arthropod-borne Viral Fevers, Not Elsewhere Classified
Other arthropod-borne viral fevers, not elsewhere classified, are a group of infectious diseases caused by viruses transmitted by arthropods such as mosquitoes, ticks, and sandflies. These viruses belong to a family of viruses called Bunyaviridae and Flaviviridae.
The symptoms of these viral fevers are similar to other arthropod-borne viral diseases and include fever, headache, joint and muscle pain, and rash. However, the severity of the symptoms can vary from mild to severe, and in some cases, it can lead to death.
Types of Arthropod-borne Viral Fevers
There are several types of arthropod-borne viral fevers, not elsewhere classified, including:
- Rift Valley fever
- O'nyong-nyong fever
- Mayaro fever
- Chikungunya fever
- Ross River fever
- Barmah Forest fever
Rift Valley fever is a viral disease that affects both humans and animals. It is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes flu-like symptoms, including fever, muscle pain, headache, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can cause hemorrhagic fever, encephalitis, and blindness.
O'nyong-nyong fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes fever, joint pain, and rash. It is similar to chikungunya fever but is less severe.
Mayaro fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes fever, joint pain, and rash. It is similar to chikungunya fever and is found in South America.
Chikungunya fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes fever, joint pain, and rash. It is found in Africa, Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.
Ross River fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes fever, joint pain, and rash. It is found in Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the South Pacific.
Barmah Forest fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and causes fever, joint pain, and rash. It is found in Australia.
Prevention and Treatment
There is no vaccine or specific treatment for arthropod-borne viral fevers, not elsewhere classified. The best way to prevent these diseases is to avoid mosquito and tick bites. This can be done by wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, using