MERS
Also called: Middle East respiratory syndrome
A viral respiratory illness caused by a coronavirus.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
- Critical: needs emergency care
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a contagious, sometimes fatal respiratory illness. It's often spread through close contact with an infected person.
Symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. Other symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Treatment includes rest, fluids, pain relievers, and oxygen therapy in severe cases.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV)
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Aug 5, 2022 · Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory disease caused by Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS‐CoV) ...
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a viral respiratory infection caused by Middle East respiratory syndrome–related coronavirus (MERS-CoV).
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is a respiratory illness. It is caused by a virus called Middle East Respiratory. Syndrome Coronavirus, or MERS-CoV.
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is an emerging viral respiratory disease that primarily affects the lungs and breathing passages.
MERS is an illness that affects your respiratory system. Most cases of MERS are mild. But sometimes symptoms can be severe.
MERS-CoV worldwide overview
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Since the disease was first identified in Saudi Arabia in April 2012, approximately over 2 600 MERS-CoV cases have been detected in over 27 countries.
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