Top 10 Dangerous Viruses in the World

Author: Nikshey Dhiman Date: 27/02/2024

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Marburg virus

Hemorrhagic fever is caused by the Marburg virus. Similar to Ebola, convulsions and mucous membrane hemorrhage are symptoms of the Marburg virus.

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Ebola

It is the strain that is presently circulating throughout Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and other countries.

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Hantavirus

Multiple virus kinds are described by the Hantavirus. Fever, renal failure, and lung disease are among the symptoms.

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Bird flu virus

The fact that 70 percent of cases of bird flu result in death may help to explain the frequent panic caused by the different strains.

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Lassa virus

The first known Lassa virus infection occurred in a Nigerian nurse. It is estimated by scientists that 15% of rats in western Africa are infected with the virus.

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Junin virus

Hemorrhagic fever in Argentina is linked to the Junin virus. Individuals with the virus experience bleeding on the skin, sepsis, and inflammation of the tissue.

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The Crimea-Congo fever

Ticks are the vector that spreads the Crimea-Congo fever virus. Its progression is akin to that of the Marburg and Ebola viruses.

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The Machupo virus

Black typhus, or Bolivian hemorrhagic fever, is linked to the Machupo virus. The infection results in severe bleeding and a high fever.

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Kyasanur Forest Virus

Though scientists claim it is hard to identify any carriers, it is spread by ticks. Boars, birds, and rats are thought to be potential hosts.

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Dengue Fever

Dengue, which is spread by mosquitoes, affects 50–100 million people annually in well-known vacation spots.

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