Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Overview

Infectious diseases transmitted by mosquito vectors. Mosquito-borne human viral diseases include Chikungunya, Dengue, viral encephalitis (e.g., Japanese and St. Louis types), West Nile, Yellow fever, Zika virus infections. Mosquito-borne human parasitic diseases include malaria and lymphatic filariasis. Equine encephalomyelitis and dirofilariasis are mosquito-borne viral diseases mostly in animals.

This information is general and should not be treated as medical advice. Always speak directly with a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about treatment, diagnosis, procedures, medicines or care.

Quick facts about Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Topic type

Condition

Category

General Healthcare

MeSH classification

C01.920.852

Preparing for an appointment about Mosquito-Borne Diseases

If you are speaking with a healthcare professional about Mosquito-Borne Diseases, it can help to prepare a few details in advance.

• Write down your symptoms and when they started.
• Bring details of any medicines, supplements or previous treatments.
• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
• Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
• Ask when you should seek urgent medical help or follow-up care.

Finding care related to Mosquito-Borne Diseases

EuroCareFinder helps patients explore clinics and healthcare providers across Europe. Some topics link directly to services offered by clinics, while others may be connected through related specialties, treatments or procedures.

Related topics

Explore healthcare providers

Use EuroCareFinder to browse clinics by country, specialty and available services.