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How long does it take for you to know if you have hantavirus?

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Most often symptoms occur 9-33 days after the virus enters the body, but symptoms can appear as early as one week or as late as eight weeks. Early symptoms are general and include fever, fatigue, and muscle pain.


How do I know if I have hantavirus?

Early symptoms include fatigue, fever and muscle aches, especially in the large muscle groups—thighs, hips, back, and sometimes shoulders. These symptoms are universal. There may also be headaches, dizziness, chills, and abdominal problems, such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

What to do if you think you've been exposed to hantavirus?

The sooner people with hantavirus infection get intensive care, the better their chances of survival. Those who get care only when they can barely breathe do worst. If you've had a rodent exposure and get any of the early symptoms, contact your health care professional immediately.

Can you test for hantavirus before symptoms?

Because early symptoms of hantavirus infection are vague and similar to those of the flu (ie, fever, fatigue, muscle aches), testing should be performed only for symptomatic individuals who also have a history of rodent exposure.

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