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  1. May 15, 2024 · Key points. West Nile virus (WNV) can cause an acute febrile illness or neurologic disease, including meningitis, encephalitis, and acute flaccid myelitis. The incubation period ranges from 2–14 days but can be longer in immunocompromised persons.

  2. Most children with West Nile fever have only mild, flu-like symptoms that last a few days. Symptoms often appear in 3 to 14 days of infection. The most common symptoms include: Fever. Headache.

  3. What are the symptoms of West Nile virus? Most children with West Nile virus do not show any signs of illness. In 20 percent of cases, the symptoms of West Nile virus in children are “flu-like” and include: fever; headache; body aches; tiredness; joint pain; swollen lymph glands; skin rash

  4. May 15, 2024 · Key points. West Nile virus can result in febrile illness or neurologic disease, including meningitis or encephalitis. If you think you or a family member might have West Nile virus disease (West Nile), talk with your health care provider. There is no specific treatment for West Nile.

  5. Most children infected with West Nile virus experience only mild, flu-like symptoms that last a few days. Symptoms usually appear within three to 14 days of infection. Approximately 20 percent of the people who become infected will develop West Nile fever. The following are the most common symptoms of West Nile fever.

  6. Most people infected with West Nile virus don’t have symptoms. About 1 in 5 people have symptoms like fever, rash and muscle aches. Rarely, West Nile can cause serious brain and spinal cord inflammation (encephalitis and meningitis).

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  8. This sheet is about exposure to or having a West Nile Virus infection in pregnancy or while breastfeeding. This information is based on available published literature. It should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider.

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