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(A66.0) Initial lesions of yaws
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1 919 in individuals diagnosis initial lesions of yaws confirmed
Diagnosis initial lesions of yaws is diagnosed Women are 36.95% more likely than Men
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Women receive the diagnosis initial lesions of yaws
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease initial lesions of yaws - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 85-89
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 50-54
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-49, 55-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-44, 50-79, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 45-49, 80-89
Disease Features initial lesions of yaws
Absence or low individual and public risk
Initial lesions of yaws - what does this mean
Yaws is a tropical infection caused by treponema pallidum subspecies pertenue bacteria. it is typically spread through direct contact with infected skin lesions. initial lesions of yaws appear as small red papules that can develop into thick, wart-like bumps. these bumps can occur on the face, hands, feet, or genitals.
What happens during the disease - initial lesions of yaws
Yaws is caused by infection with the spirochete treponema pallidum pertenue. initial lesions of yaws begin as a papule, which can progress to a red-brown nodule with a flat or slightly depressed center. this lesion is known as a primary yaw lesion, and can occur on the skin of the arms, legs, or face. the lesion can become ulcerated and may be accompanied by regional lymphadenopathy. secondary yaws lesions can also occur on the skin, and include papules, plaques, and nodules.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the skin lesions
- Microscopic examination of the skin lesions
- Biopsy of the skin lesions
- Blood tests
- Culture of the skin lesions
- Serological tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and prevent the spread of yaws
- Administer antibiotics to reduce symptoms and prevent the spread of the infection
- Provide wound care to reduce pain and reduce the risk of further infection
- Provide education on proper hygiene to reduce the risk of infection
- Provide counseling and support to promote healing and reduce stress
- Provide nutrition and hydration to promote healing and reduce symptoms
- Provide physical therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility
26 Days of Hospitalization Required
38 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Initial lesions of yaws - Prevention
The best way to prevent initial lesions of yaws is to practice good personal hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, and to avoid contact with those who have been infected. vaccination is also recommended to prevent yaws, especially in areas where the disease is common. in addition, early diagnosis and prompt treatment of yaws is essential to prevent the spread of the disease.