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The final stages of yellow fever
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The final stages of yellow fever
Portrait of a young man in the final stages of yellow fever. His face is flushed and there is blood coming from his mouth and on the bedclothes. From: Observations sur la fievre jaune, faites a Cadix, en 1819 Date: 1820
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1820 Blood Diseases Fever Sick Communicable Persons
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This haunting image captures the final stages of yellow fever, as depicted in the 1820 print "Observations sur la fievre jaune, faites a Cadix, en 1819." The young man's once vibrant features have been ravaged by the disease, his face now flushed with fever and his eyes sunken and glassy. Blood drips from his mouth and stains the bedclothes beneath him, a testament to the internal bleeding that often accompanies this deadly illness. Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease that has plagued humanity for centuries, with outbreaks reported as far back as the 16th century. The disease is characterized by a range of symptoms, including fever, chills, muscle pain, nausea, and vomiting. In its later stages, yellow fever can cause internal bleeding, leading to the telltale signs of blood in the urine, stools, or vomit. Despite the devastating impact of yellow fever on human populations, particularly in tropical regions, there were few effective treatments available during the early 19th century. Quinine, derived from the bark of the cinchona tree, was one of the few remedies known to offer some relief from the symptoms of the disease. However, it was often difficult to obtain and administer effectively, particularly in the midst of a raging outbreak. This poignant portrait serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of yellow fever on individuals and communities, and the urgent need for better treatments and preventative measures. Today, yellow fever remains a significant public health concern, particularly in parts of Africa and South America, where it continues to cause thousands of deaths each year. However, advances in medical research and the development of effective vaccines have significantly reduced the impact of the disease, offering hope for a future free from the fear and devastation caused by yellow fever.
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