ebola-A virus that causes severe bleeding, organ failure, and can lead to death.Treatable by a medical professional
.Spreads by animals or insects
.Requires a medical diagnosis
.Lab tests or imaging always required.
Humans may spread the virus to other humans through contact with bodily fluids such as blood.
Initial symptoms include fever, headache, muscle pain, and chills. Later, a person may experience internal bleeding resulting in vomiting or coughing blood.
Treatment is supportive hospital care.
