Rift valley fever
Rift valley fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Category: General
Symptoms associated with Rift valley fever
The following symptoms have been associated with Rift valley fever in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abnormal bleeding
An abnormal susceptibility to bleeding, often referred to as a bleeding diathesis. A bleeding diathesis may be...
Back pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Gingival bleeding
Hemorrhage affecting the gingiva....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hematemesis
The vomiting of blood....
Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic...
Hemiparesis
Loss of strength in the arm, leg, and sometimes face on one side of the body. Hemiplegia refers to a complete ...
Jaundice
Yellow pigmentation of the skin due to bilirubin, which in turn is the result of increased bilirubin concentra...
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Ocular pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Periodic fever
Episodic fever that recurs at regular intervals....
Reduced consciousness
Abnormally diminished level of attention, responsiveness, or wakefulness....
Retinal hemorrhage
Bleeding located within the retina. Retinal hemorrhages range from the smallest dot and blot hemorrhage to mas...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Vertigo
An abnormal sensation of spinning while the body is actually stationary....
Tests used to investigate Rift valley fever
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Rift valley fever. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rift valley fever?
Rift valley fever is a health condition described in medical literature. Rift valley fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Rift valley fever?
Rift valley fever is associated with 16 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abnormal bleeding, Back pain, Fever, Gingival bleeding, Headache, Hematemesis. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Rift valley fever diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Rift valley fever include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Rift valley fever, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.