The Lassa Fever-A Threat in Covid-19

Abstract

The Lassa fever (Haemorrhagic, zoonotic disease) was founded in the town Lassa, Nigeria in 1969th, which is transmitted by rodents. It is an endemic disease located in West Africa. Nosocomial transmission is most common where there is inadequate supply of proper equipments. 80% people with Lassa virus are asymptomatic with an incubation period of 6-12 days. Having diverse symptoms the diagnosis of Lassa fever becomes difficult however clinical features and confirmed laboratory test makes diagnosis of Lassa fever possible. Antiviral drugs can be the mode of treatment for the same.