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(A68.9) Relapsing fever, unspecified
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5 447 in individuals diagnosis relapsing fever, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis relapsing fever, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 12.32% more likely than Men
2 388
Men receive the diagnosis relapsing fever, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis relapsing fever, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease relapsing fever, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 30-34, 40-44, 55-59, 70-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-29, 35-39, 45-54, 60-69, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-24, 30-54, 65-74, 80-84, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 25-29, 55-64, 75-79, 85-94
Disease Features relapsing fever, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Relapsing fever, unspecified - what does this mean
Relapsing fever, unspecified is a bacterial infection caused by borrelia species, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected louse or tick. symptoms include fever, chills, headache, body aches, and nausea, and may recur after a period of remission. treatment includes antibiotics such as doxycycline and penicillin.
What happens during the disease - relapsing fever, unspecified
Relapsing fever is an infectious disease caused by certain species of borrelia bacteria. it is typically transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. the bacteria initially cause an acute infection with flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, joint and muscle pain, fatigue, and headache. after a few days, the symptoms subside, but the bacteria remain in the body and can cause a relapse of symptoms a few days later. this cycle can repeat itself several times, leading to prolonged illness.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- X-rays
- CT scans
- MRI scans
- Ultrasound scans
- Biopsy
- Spinal tap/lumbar puncture
- Stool sample tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Relapsing Fever, unspecified
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce fever and clear infection
- Perform blood tests to identify the type of bacteria causing the infection
- Monitor patient's temperature and other vital signs
- Administer IV fluids to prevent dehydration
- Provide pain medications to reduce fever and pain
- Recommend rest and adequate nutrition
- Provide patient education on the disease and its treatment
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
47 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Relapsing fever, unspecified - Prevention
Relapsing fever, unspecified, is a preventable disease caused by certain types of bacteria. to prevent this disease, it is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands often, avoiding close contact with infected individuals, and wearing protective clothing when in areas where the disease is known to be present. additionally, it is important to use insect repellents to prevent tick bites, as ticks can spread the bacteria that cause this disease.