Tularaemia, unspecified - what does this mean
Tularaemia is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria francisella tularensis, which is usually found in animals such as rabbits, rodents, and hares. humans can become infected through contact with an infected animal, inhalation of contaminated dust, or ingestion of contaminated water or food. symptoms can range from mild to severe and can include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, joint pain, and swollen lymph nodes.
What happens during the disease - tularaemia, unspecified
Tularaemia is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium francisella tularensis, which is found in animals such as rodents, rabbits, hares, and deer. humans become infected by coming into contact with the bacteria through contaminated water, soil, or animal bites, or by inhaling aerosolized bacteria. once inside the body, the bacteria infects macrophages and dendritic cells, and multiplies to cause a systemic infection. symptoms can include fever, chills, fatigue, headaches, muscle aches, joint pain, and swollen lymph nodes. in severe cases, the infection can spread to other organs, leading to pneumonia, meningitis, and even death.
Tularaemia, unspecified - Prevention
Tularaemia, unspecified is a bacterial infection that is spread by contact with infected animals, contaminated water, and insect bites. prevention of this disease includes avoiding contact with infected animals, wearing protective clothing when outdoors, avoiding contact with contaminated water, and using insect repellent to reduce the risk of insect bites. vaccines are also available for certain high-risk individuals.