Brazilian hemorrhagic fever

Brazilian hemorrhagic fever, also known as Sabia hemorrhagic fever, is a rare viral illness caused by the Sabia virus, a newly discovered arenavirus. It is believed to have originated in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and has been reported in only three cases to date, two of which were associated with laboratory accidents. This condition is characterized by symptoms such as fever, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain, and tremors, along with bleeding signs. Because of the very limited number of cases, understanding of the disease remains incomplete.

People with Brazilian hemorrhagic fever have experienced fever, nausea, vomiting, muscle pain, tremors, and bleeding signs. These bleeding signs include small red spots in the eyes (conjunctival petechia) and vomiting blood (haematemesis). In severe cases, the illness can progress to shock, coma, and death.

This condition is caused by the Sabia virus, a member of the arenavirus family. Very little additional information is available about other risk factors or genetic influences.

Information about treatment is currently limited for this condition.

The outlook for people with Brazilian hemorrhagic fever can be serious. In reported cases, the disease led to severe complications such as shock, coma, and even death. However, because the condition is very rare, details about long-term outcomes are limited.

Information about research is currently limited for this condition.