Meaning Of The Word Lassa fever

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Lassa fever in American English
an acute viral disease endemic to W Africa, characterized by high fever and inflammation of various body parts
noun: a highly contagious viral disease, largely confined to central West Africa, characterized by fever, difficulty in swallowing, and inflammation of the pharynx, often progressing to infect the lungs, heart, and kidneys, leading to death

Lassa fever in British English
noun: a serious viral disease of Central West Africa, characterized by high fever and muscular pains

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