Ebola

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What causes Ebola disease?

Ebolavirus (Filoviridae).

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Ebola Pathogenesis

Virus infects mononuclear phagocytes → immune response disrupted → virus replicates extensively → capillaries leak and clotting abnormalities develop.

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Ebola Epidemiology

Reservoir is believed to be fruit bats; spread through body fluids.

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Ebola Treatment and Prevention

Supportive care, monoclonal antibodies, strict infection control.

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Ebola High-Yield Facts

Family: Filoviridae

Reservoir: Fruit bats

Transmission: Body fluids

Hallmark: Hemorrhagic fever