Yellow fever is defined as acute viral hemorrhagic disease. This kind of virus is transmitted through the bite of a female mosquito that is usually found in tropical regions such as in Africa and South America. It is believed that this virus originated in Africa and affected South America in 16th century when slave trade started. During 17th century, yellow fever has become an epidemic affecting Africa, Europe, and America. In 19th century, it was regarded as one of the most fatal infectious diseases in history killing millions of people.

Some say that some American men suffer from "Yellow fever" and that that is why they are attracted to the Asian woman, for her exotic, Asian look. I do not believe this is true; these American men are not attracted to Asian women for their exotic or erotic Asian look (skin color, facial shape, slim body), but, rather, they are attracted to the Asian woman's very feminine ways.

How is yellow fever transmitted?

This disease is a viral infection that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. You cannot catch this disease from an infected person.

What are the symptoms?

Infected individuals suffer fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, nausea and fatigue. This disease gets its name as some people with severe infections develop jaundice, when their eyes and skin turn yellow. All of these symptoms are non-specific, meaning that they can occur in many other diseases also. Many people with this disease may have only a mild illness that can be mistaken for a simple 'flu'. Some people may have no symptoms at all. This disease can progress to a severe illness with life threatening complications. After a person recovers, they are generally immune to the disease.

A few days after the sudden onset of symptoms, as you worsen, you'll become jaundiced and watch as your skin yellows to the point you more resemble a Halloween caricature than a dying person. The destruction of your liver cells results in the accumulation of yellow bile pigments in your skin, giving the disease its name. Your heart will slow to around 50 beats per minute. The rumbling in your stomach is your gastrointestinal tract bleeding. You vomit the characteristic black blood of Yellow Fever. It will become much worse. You don't have long to suffer though. Death usually occurs between the fourth and eighth day after the onset of the disease.

Viral diseases generally are not treated with specific medications like antibiotics. Medications can be given to relieve symptoms such as fever and muscle aches. The disease needs to run its course.Yellow fever vaccine, a safe and effective live virus vaccine, is administered to millions of people today. This does not make healthy people sick because the virus has been altered so that it cannot cause disease. Side effects are rare. Xcellerex, a vaccine development company has just announced exciting research that they are testing a new yellow fever vaccine that does not include live virus. If successful, this will permit yellow fever vaccination to travelers who cannot receive the traditional live vaccine. Travel doctors will not give live virus vaccines to pregnant women, patients with impaired immune systems from illness or medications or to those with a severe egg allergies.

Can yellow fever be prevented?

Definitely yes! The most effective strategy is vaccination. This vaccine is strongly recommended to travelers who will be in parts of the world where this infection is common. Unlike other vaccines, this vaccination can only be administered by medical practitioners who have been certified by their state health departments. Many countries require an International Certificate of Vaccination as proof of vaccination before entry. In addition, since no vaccine is 100% effective, travelers need to take precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Insect repellents and proper clothing treated with repellents are important strategies to minimize risk. Yellow fever carrying mosquitoes feed during daylight hours, so travelers should plan and prepare accordingly.


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