low risk

Thottapalayam hantavirus

TPMV

When to seek urgent care: Usually mild; see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen

Key facts

Family

Hantaviridae

Type

RNA virus

Severity

Mild

Incubation

1-6 weeks

Vaccine

None

Est. cases tracked

1,353

Symptoms

FeverMuscle aches

Transmission

Shrew/rodent contact

Prevention

Rodent control

Treatment

Supportive care; hospitalization if severe

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