"which infection is transmitted by a mosquito that feeds on an infected bird and then bites a human?"

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Mukunda · Answer 1 · 2018-07-15T10:09:29+0000

A Flavivirus disease transmitted by Aedes aegyptii, caused by DENV 1-4. Also called breakbone fever and epidemic hemorrhagic fever.

Two types: (depending on exposure history)

- Dengue

- Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever

Symptoms: Fever, severe headaches, pains in muscles and joints; recovery is rapid.