Lyssa (Noun)
Meaning
An acute viral disease of the nervous system of warm-blooded animals (usually transmitted by the bite of a rabid animal); rabies is fatal if the virus reaches the brain.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The animal was infected with lyssa after being bitten by a stray dog with the virus.
- Vaccination against lyssa is recommended for individuals working with animals, such as veterinarians.
- Lyssa virus was isolated from the infected cat, confirming the presence of the disease.
- Untreated lyssa will always progress to the neurological stage and is always fatal.
- Prompt treatment with post-exposure prophylaxis can prevent lyssa if administered shortly after the bite.