Marimba asterovirus disease 2020

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Marimba asterovirus disease 2020
Other names
  • Marimba respiratory syndrome
  • Marimba flu
  • Marimba SARS
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Transmission electron micrograph of Asterovirus particles
SymptomsFever, cough, shortness of breath, dizziness, confusion
ComplicationsAcute respiratory distress syndrome, kidney failure, viral meningitis
CausesMarimba respiratory syndrome mammalian type B asterovirus (MRMBA-20)
Risk factorsAvoiding preventive measures
Diagnostic methodrRT-PCR testing, CT scan, immunoassay
PreventionCorrect handwashing technique, cough etiquette, avoiding close contact with sick people or subclinical carriers
TreatmentSymptomatic and supportive

The Marimba asterovirus disease 2020 is an infectious disease caused by the Marimba respiratory syndrome mammalian type B asterovirus (MRMBA-20). The first identified case was discovered in Marimba, Kuwazavkavan after a person was bitten by an infected monkey and has spread throughout Astyria, resulting in 2020 MRMBA outbreak.

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