(A06) Amoebiasis
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Diagnosis amoebiasis is diagnosed Women are 4.36% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis amoebiasis
1 476 (13.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis amoebiasis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease amoebiasis - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 70-74
Disease Features amoebiasis
Amoebiasis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - amoebiasis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Stool examination
- Blood tests
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- CT scan
- Colonoscopy
- Biopsy
- X-ray
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe an appropriate course of antibiotics
- Prescribe antiparasitic medications
- Advise the patient to drink plenty of fluids
- Advise the patient to eat a healthy, balanced diet
- Advise the patient to get plenty of rest
- Advise the patient to practice good hygiene
- Advise the patient to avoid contact with others who have the infection
Amoebiasis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease amoebiasis
Diarrhea
(Loose stools, Runny stool, Frequent bowel movements, Watery stool, Bowel incontinence, Unformed stool, Intestinal distress, Stomach upset, Intestinal disorder, Bowel irregularity)
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency, volume and fluid content of bowel movements. It can range from loose, watery stools to frequent, watery bowel movements. It is often accompanied by abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, gas and an urgent need to use the bathroom. Diarrhea can be acute, lasting...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...
Abdominal pain
(Stomach pain, Bellyache, Tummy ache, Abdominal ache, Gut pain, Intestinal pain, Stomachache, Abdomen pain, Gastric pain, Abdominal discomfort)
Abdominal pain is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It often presents as a dull, aching sensation in the abdomen, but can also manifest as sharp or cramping pain. It can be localized to one area or spread across the abdomen. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be accompa...