What Are the Symptoms of Diseases Transmitted by Culex?
The symptoms of diseases transmitted by Culex mosquitoes vary depending on the specific pathogen:
West Nile Virus: Symptoms range from mild flu-like symptoms to severe neurological conditions like meningitis or encephalitis. Japanese Encephalitis: Symptoms include fever, headache, vomiting, confusion, and in severe cases, neurological complications. Lymphatic Filariasis: Often asymptomatic initially, but can eventually lead to lymphedema and elephantiasis characterized by severe swelling.
