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Because this illness is not caused by bacteria, antibiotics do not help treat West Nile virus infection. Standard hospital care may help decrease the risk of complications in severe illness. Research trials are under way to determine whether ribavirin, an antiviral drug used to ...[read article]

Tests for West Nile Virus Disease

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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient''s body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems.  More
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Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) West Nile Virus IgM Antibody Level Test
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Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) West Nile Virus RNA Test
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Serum West Nile Virus IgM Antibody Test
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Serum West Nile Virus RNA Test
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A complete blood count(CBC) test measures the following:.The number of red blood cells(RBCs) The number of white blood cells(WBCs) The total amount of hemoglob...  More
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Cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) analysis is a laboratory test to examine a sample of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. This fluid is a clear, watery liquid ...  More
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Lumbar puncture(LP) is the technique of using a needle to withdraw cerebrospinal fluid(CSF) from the spinal canal. CSF is the clear, watery liquid that protects the...  More
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A magnetic resonance imaging(MRI) scan of the head is a noninvasive method to create detailed pictures of the brain and surrounding nerve tissues.Unlike x-rays and ...  More
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Medical Procedures for West Nile Virus Disease

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Airway management involves ensuring that the patient has a patent airway through which effective ventilation can take place.An obstructed airway means that the body...  More
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Intravenous rehydration is the process by which sterile water solutions containing small amounts of salt or sugar are injected into the body through a tube attached...  More
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