Catalog
Murray Valley encephalitis
Link to WHO Definition
Murray Valley encephalitis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1040970454
A disease of the brain, caused by an infection with Murray Valley encephalitis virus. This disease is characterised by fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, tiredness, or may be asymptomatic. Severe cases may present with confusion, fatigue, lack of coordination, or encephalitis. Transmission is through the bite of an infected mosquito. Confirmation is by detection of anti-Murray Valley encephalitis antibodies in a serum sample.