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On this page. About Ross River virus disease Ross River virus disease can cause joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and muscle aches. Symptoms of Ross River virus disease Arthritis or joint pain is the most common symptom caused by Ross River virus disease.
Other symptoms include: lethargy or fatigue muscle aches and pains rash of variable appearance on the trunk and limbs lymph node enlargement especially in the groin or armpit headaches fever. Mosquitoes spread Ross River virus People can be infected with Ross River virus when they are bitten by a mosquito carrying the virus.
There is no evidence that Ross River virus can be spread directly from one person to another. Ross River virus disease is common in Australia Ross River virus disease occurs throughout most regions of Australia including regional Victoria, particularly around inland waterways and coastal regions. Blood tests will show if you have Ross River virus Blood tests can reveal if a person has been infected with Ross River virus recently or in the past.
Most people recover from Ross River virus Most people with Ross River virus disease recover completely within 3 to 6 months. Preventing Ross River virus disease There is no preventive vaccine available. Avoid mosquito-prone areas, especially at dusk and dawn when mosquitoes are more active and likely to bite. Ensure that your accommodation has fly screens properly fitted to windows and external doors. Ross River virus. Section Navigation. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Syndicate.
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