Sloth fever has been reported in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Β
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“Sloth fever” is caused by the Oropouche virus and is formally known as Oropouche virus disease or Oropouche fever.
The CDC issued a warning due to the spread of the Oropouche virus in regions near the US and to advise caution for residents, especially those traveling to affected areas. Β Β Β
Orthobunyaviruses are a group of viruses that includes the Oropouche virus, which is different from flaviviruses like dengue and alphaviruses like chikungunya. Β
Symptoms of Sloth fever include fever, severe headache, chills, muscle aches, joint pain, nausea, vomiting, and a rash.