Treatment of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS)
Learn about how Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is diagnosed and treated.
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How is Middle East respiratory syndrome diagnosed?
MERS is diagnosed by a health care provider, based on:
- travel history
- symptoms
- laboratory tests
How is Middle East respiratory syndrome treated?
For now, there is no specific treatment for people with MERS. Medical care can be provided to help relieve symptoms.
Consult your health care provider as soon as possible if you think you may have MERS. The sooner you get treatment, the better your chances are for recovery.