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Yellow Fever: Past and Present

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The disease has an average incubation period of 3 to 6 days. The clinical presentation of yellow fever can vary greatly, ranging from a self-limited flu-like illness to overwhelming hemorrhagic fever – with a case fatality rate of 50%. Online] The post Yellow Fever: Past and Present appeared first on GIDEON. Staples, A.

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Chagas Disease

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Clinical Presentation The incubation period for the disease depends upon the mode of transmission. Generalized lymphadenopathy and mild hepatosplenomegaly may be present. 10% to 30% of acute infections will progress to chronic disease. Chronic disease may present years or decades after the initial infection.