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==Overview==
 
==History==
==History and Symptoms==
*Only three human cases of Hendra virus disease have been recognized. Two of the three individuals known to be infected had a [[respiratory]] illness with severe [[flu]]-like signs and symptoms. Infection with Nipah virus was associated with an [[encephalitis]] ([[inflammation]] of the brain) characterized by [[fever]] and drowsiness and more serious [[central nervous system]] disease, such as [[coma]], [[seizure]]s, and inability to maintain breathing.
*Only three human cases of Hendra virus disease have been recognized. Two of the three individuals known to be infected had a [[respiratory]] illness with severe [[flu]]-like signs and symptoms. Infection with Nipah virus was associated with an [[encephalitis]] ([[inflammation]] of the brain) characterized by [[fever]] and drowsiness and more serious [[central nervous system]] disease, such as [[coma]], [[seizure]]s, and inability to maintain breathing.


*Illness with Nipah virus begins with 3-14 days of fever and [[headache]]. This is followed by drowsiness and disorientation characterized by mental [[confusion]]. These signs and symptoms can progress to coma within 24-48 hours. Some patients have had a respiratory illness during the early part of their infections.
*Illness with Nipah virus begins with 3-14 days of fever and [[headache]]. This is followed by drowsiness and disorientation characterized by mental [[confusion]]. These signs and symptoms can progress to coma within 24-48 hours. Some patients have had a respiratory illness during the early part of their infections.


==Common Symptoms==
==Less Common Symptoms==
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History and Symptoms

  • Only three human cases of Hendra virus disease have been recognized. Two of the three individuals known to be infected had a respiratory illness with severe flu-like signs and symptoms. Infection with Nipah virus was associated with an encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) characterized by fever and drowsiness and more serious central nervous system disease, such as coma, seizures, and inability to maintain breathing.
  • Illness with Nipah virus begins with 3-14 days of fever and headache. This is followed by drowsiness and disorientation characterized by mental confusion. These signs and symptoms can progress to coma within 24-48 hours. Some patients have had a respiratory illness during the early part of their infections.

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