Chapare hemorrhagic fever

Chapare hemorrhagic fever is an acute viral disease caused by the Chapare virus, a new arenavirus. It was first identified during a small outbreak in Cochabamba, Bolivia between 2003 and 2004. People with this condition commonly experience fever, muscle pain (myalgia), joint pain (arthralgia), and multiple signs of bleeding. About one third of untreated cases have developed more severe symptoms, including delirium, coma, and convulsions. In one reported instance, the disease was fatal. Since that outbreak, no other cases have been reported, making this condition very rare.

Common signs of Chapare hemorrhagic fever include fever, muscle aches, joint pain, and various bleeding symptoms. In some cases, the condition can progress to include neurological symptoms like delirium and convulsions, particularly if it is not treated.

Chapare hemorrhagic fever is caused by the Chapare virus, which is a new type of arenavirus. There is no known genetic predisposition or specific risk factors mentioned beyond exposure to the virus.

Information about treatment is currently limited for this condition.

Based on the limited outbreak data, about one third of untreated cases may develop severe symptoms. In the reported outbreak, one patient died. However, since no other cases have been reported since then, general information on the long-term outlook for people with this condition is limited.

Information about current research and future directions is currently limited for this condition.