Fever,jaundice,and hemorrhaging which often results in "black vomit" are characteristics of
A) coronavirus.
B) Dengue fever.
C) hepatitis C infection.
D) West Nile fever.
E) yellow fever.

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The symptoms described are characteristic of yellow fever, a viral infection transmitted by mosquitoes. The fever, jaundice, and hemorrhaging can lead to organ failure and death, and the name "yellow fever" comes from the yellowing of the skin and eyes that occurs due to liver damage. "Black vomit" can also occur due to internal bleeding. Yellow fever is preventable with a vaccine.

Fever,jaundice,and Hemorrhaging Which Often Results in "Black Vomit" Are Characteristics