TBE is a viral disease affecting the central nervous system. In the last 30 years, the geographical range of TBE appears to have expanded to new areas.
Bite from an infected tick, belonging to the family Ixodes species, particularly, Ixodes recinus and Ixodes persulcatus. Most cases occur from April through November, with peaks in early and later summer when ticks are active. Most TBE viral infections result from tick bites acquired in forested areas through activities, such as camping, hiking, fishing, bicycling and outdoor occupations.
Worldwide annually (estimated). Actual number thought to be much higher.
Fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue. Approximately ⅔ of infections are asymptomatic.
Infection if the CNS leading to meningitis, encephalitis and myelitis. Disease severity increase with age. Precautions against TBE, including avoiding tick bites and vaccination, should be considered:
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