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Ebola Outbreak : Ebola Symptoms|Symptoms of Ebola

What if you return from an infected country?

The Ebola virus has caused a scare all across the world and is claiming a threat on India as well. Recently, a man hailing from Pimpri had caused chaos on Pune Airport. He was returning from an infected country and hence, it was necessary to ensure he wasn’t suffering from the disease before he was admitted into the city. However, in order to check a person for the infected disease, it is necessary to know the symptoms. What then are the symptoms of Ebola? This passenger wasn’t infected but how do you find out? You surely can’t say that someone is suffering from Ebola just because they have returned from an infected country.

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Go through a basic check at the Airport

True, the airport officials were only being cautious and are not to be blamed. Thus, the person was only checked for symptoms. Neither was he quarantined nor were his blood samples required. Yes, he passed unscathed. Makes one wonder, what then are the symptoms of Ebola exactly? A simple check-up itself can determine whether or not a person is suffering from Ebola. A large number of qualified professionals have come up with the parameters for testing Ebola and it is 100% efficient. For this, kudos to the medical officers and staff! These medical men were given a heads up about the passenger before the landing itself. One must say, every precaution is being undertaken to keep safe.
What all will you be checked for?

Of course, the check was precautionary but the parameters of the check should be revealed to the public. Well, we’ll do the needful. Here is a lockdown on the Ebola virus. The very first symptom of an Ebola virus is a very high fever. This is followed by pain in the muscles. Since, the virus is on a prowl, one shouldn’t ignore the slightest of sign of fever. Other symptoms include –

  • Giddiness

  • Pain in the head

  • Sinking

  • Soreness in the throat


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Deeper Symptoms of the Disease

Since, these symptoms occur during a common illness as well, the Ebola often goes unnoticed until it reaches a farther stage. However, if one has ignored these symptoms, it is still alright but if they deteriorate to the following, one shouldn’t be taking it lightly at all –

  • Damage to kidney

  • Damage to liver

  • Nonstop puking

  • Loose motions

  • Rashness on the skin


When one sees these symptoms, one should surely ensure that they get themselves checked and tested for an Ebola virus.  Ebola - Can it be an epidemic?

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Time to Literally Hit the Panic Button

However, Ebola can still be treated and cured at this point. Things get difficult and out of hand when it goes beyond this. If you suffer from bleeding in any part of the body, it is time to panic. There is a good chance that you might be suffering from internal bleeding and will not be aware of the same. You should surely rush to the doctor and get yourself thoroughly examined.
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