Severe acute respiratory syndrome (patient information)

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What is Severe acute respiratory syndrome?

Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) is a serious form of pneumonia, caused by a virus isolated in 2003. Infection with the SARS virus results in acute respiratory distress (severe breathing difficulty) and sometimes death. It is a dramatic example of how quickly world travel can spread a disease. It is also an example of how quickly a networked health system can respond to an emerging threat.

What are the symptoms of Severe acute respiratory syndrome?

The hallmark symptoms are fever greater than 100.4 degrees F (38.0 degrees C) and cough, difficulty breathing, or other respiratory symptoms. Symptoms in the order of how commonly they appeared have included:

• Fever
• Chills and shaking
• Muscle aches
• Cough
• Headache

Less common symptoms include (also in order):

• Dizziness
• Productive cough (sputum)
• Sore throat
• Runny nose
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea

Where to find medical care for Severe acute respiratory syndrome

Directions to Hospitals Treating Severe acute respiratory syndrome