What Is Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome?
Disease description:
Recently, I’ve occasionally had fevers, and it wasn’t until I visited the hospital for evaluation that I was diagnosed with hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome (HFRS). I’m not very familiar with this disease. What is hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome?
Hemorrhagic fever syndrome is typically caused by infection with hantavirus. In cases of hemorrhagic fever syndrome, renal failure commonly occurs; additionally, vascular bleeding may develop, leading to a sharp drop in blood pressure and, in severe cases, shock. Early detection and prompt treatment after symptom onset are strongly recommended to prevent disease progression.