Smallpox
by:Vasti Castillo
What is Smallpox?
Smallpox is a serious infections disease caused by the Orthopox virus, variola
It causes spotted or pimples.
Associated Diseases
Cowpox, Monkeypox
Scientific Name
Variola, Variola vera
Someone infected with Smallpox
Size of Disease?
200-400 nanometers
How It Spreads?
- When the pus comes out from the rash touches skin.
- Face-to-Face contact
- Direct contact with infected bodily fluids or contaminated objects such as bedding or clothing
What type of host cell does it infect?
Parasitized
Lysogenic or Lytic
Lytic
Symptoms
- High fevers
- chills
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Severe back pain
- Abdominal pain