low risk
Naples sandfly fever virus
Naples fever
When to seek urgent care: Usually mild; see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen
Key facts
Family
Phenuiviridae
Type
RNA virus
Severity
Mild
Incubation
3-7 days
Vaccine
None
Est. cases tracked
610
Symptoms
FeverHeadacheMuscle pain
Transmission
Sandfly bite
Prevention
Sandfly protectionInsect repellent
Treatment
Supportive care; hospitalization if severe
Related viruses (same family)
Rift Valley fever virusHeartland virusToscana virusSandfly fever virusSevere fever with thrombocytopenia virusHeartland-like virus
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