What are the signs of West Nile Virus
Most people (80%) who become infected with the West Nile virus suffer little more than flu-like symptoms or suffer no symptoms at all. Approximately 20% of those infected may develop West Nile fever, which may include the following symptoms: fever, headaches, swollen lymph gland, muscle weakness, body aches and skin rash. A very small percentage of severe cases may experience headaches, high fever, stiff neck, confusion, coma, tremors, paralysis and death. The risk of severe illness is highest for people over 50 years of age.
