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(A21.8) Other forms of tularaemia
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25 757 in individuals diagnosis other forms of tularaemia confirmed
1 928 deaths with diagnosis other forms of tularaemia
8% mortality rate associated with the disease other forms of tularaemia
Diagnosis other forms of tularaemia is diagnosed Men are 23.00% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other forms of tularaemia
1 928 (12.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other forms of tularaemia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other forms of tularaemia - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 20-24, 80-84, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-79, 85-89
Disease Features other forms of tularaemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other forms of tularaemia - what does this mean
Other forms of tularaemia are caused by the bacterium francisella tularensis, which is found in animals such as rabbits, hares, rodents, muskrats, and beavers. humans can become infected by coming into contact with infected animals or their infected tissues, or by being bitten by an infected insect. inhalation of infected dust or aerosols is also a potential route of infection.
What happens during the disease - other forms of tularaemia
Other forms of tularaemia are caused by the bacteria francisella tularensis, which can be passed to humans through contact with infected animals or by the bite of an infected arthropod. it can also be acquired through the inhalation of contaminated dust or water, or through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. the bacteria can cause a wide range of symptoms, including fever, chills, headaches, joint and muscle pain, and fatigue. in more severe cases, it can cause pneumonia, liver and spleen abscesses, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to look for signs and symptoms of tularaemia
- Blood tests to check for antibodies to the bacteria that cause tularaemia
- X-ray or CT scan to look for signs of infection in the lungs
- Sputum culture to look for the bacteria in the sputum
- Biopsy of the affected area to confirm the diagnosis
- Gram stain to look for the bacteria in the affected area
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to detect the DNA of the bacteria
- ELISA test to detect the presence of the bacteria
- Skin test to detect the presence of antibodies to the bacteria
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the symptoms and to prevent the spread of the disease.
- Administering antibiotics to reduce the severity of the symptoms
- Encouraging good hygiene practices
- Avoiding contact with infected animals or ticks
- Using insect repellent to prevent tick bites
- Vaccinating livestock to reduce the risk of infection
- Using protective clothing when handling animals
- Cleaning and disinfecting any areas that may have been exposed to the bacteria
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other forms of tularaemia - Prevention
Tularaemia can be prevented by avoiding contact with infected animals, wearing protective clothing when working outdoors, and avoiding drinking untreated water from streams, ponds, and lakes. additionally, wearing insect repellent and avoiding contact with infected ticks and flies can help reduce the risk of infection. vaccines are also available to protect against tularaemia.