Symptoms

Hantavirus symptoms timeline

Symptoms typically appear 1–8 weeks after exposure to infected rodents. The disease has distinct phases — recognising them early matters.

When to seek emergency care

Shortness of breath, rapid heart rate, low blood pressure, or sudden severe back/abdominal pain after possible rodent exposure — go to an emergency department immediately.

HPS — Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome

Phase 1 · Early (days 1–5)
Fever, fatigue, severe muscle aches (thighs, hips, back). May include headache, chills, nausea, abdominal pain.
Phase 2 · Cardiopulmonary (days 4–10)
Cough, shortness of breath, fluid in the lungs. Can rapidly progress to respiratory failure. Hospitalisation usually required.
Recovery
Survivors typically recover fully but may experience fatigue for months.

HFRS — Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome

Febrile (days 3–7)
Sudden fever, chills, headache, blurred vision, flushed face, small red rash spots.
Hypotensive (hours to 2 days)
Drop in blood pressure, shock can occur.
Oliguric (3–7 days)
Reduced urine output, kidney failure, possible internal bleeding.
Diuretic & convalescent
Urine output increases; recovery over weeks to months.

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