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(A06.9) Amoebiasis, unspecified
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22 502 in individuals diagnosis amoebiasis, unspecified confirmed
1 476 deaths with diagnosis amoebiasis, unspecified
7% mortality rate associated with the disease amoebiasis, unspecified
Diagnosis amoebiasis, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 4.36% more likely than Men
10 761
Men receive the diagnosis amoebiasis, unspecified
1 476 (13.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis amoebiasis, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease amoebiasis, unspecified - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features amoebiasis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Amoebiasis, unspecified - what does this mean
Amoebiasis is an infection caused by the parasite entamoeba histolytica. it is contracted through ingestion of contaminated food or water, and can cause intestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and bloody stools. in some cases, the infection can spread to other organs, such as the liver, lungs, and brain, and can be fatal if not treated promptly.
What happens during the disease - amoebiasis, unspecified
Amoebiasis is an infection caused by the parasite entamoeba histolytica. it is usually contracted by consuming contaminated food or water, and is spread through the fecal-oral route. the parasite enters the body through the digestive tract and travels to the large intestine, where it can cause inflammation, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. it can also spread to other organs, such as the liver, where it can cause severe complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Stool examination
- Serology test
- Endoscopy
- Barium X-ray
- CT scan
- Ultrasound
- Colonoscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat Amoebiasis, unspecified
- Prescribe anti-amoebic medications
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat secondary bacterial infections
- Prescribe antidiarrheal medication to reduce the severity of symptoms
- Recommend dietary changes, such as avoiding high-fiber foods and increasing fluid intake
- Recommend probiotics to help restore the balance of bacteria in the gut
- Recommend lifestyle changes, such as getting enough rest and exercising regularly
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Amoebiasis, unspecified - Prevention
Amoebiasis prevention involves proper hygiene, such as washing hands with soap and water after using the toilet or changing diapers, and avoiding contact with contaminated food or water. it is also important to cook food thoroughly and practice safe food handling. avoiding sexual contact with an infected person is also key to preventing the spread of amoebiasis.