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(A79.1) Rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
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9 128 in individuals diagnosis rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari confirmed
2 341 deaths with diagnosis rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
26% mortality rate associated with the disease rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
Diagnosis rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari is diagnosed Men are 10.98% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
2 341 (46.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-69, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 70-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 25-29, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-24, 30-79
Disease Features rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
Absence or low individual and public risk
Rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari - what does this mean
Rickettsialpox is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium rickettsia akari. it is spread by the bite of an infected mite, and symptoms usually include a rash, fever, and headache.
What happens during the disease - rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari
Rickettsialpox is caused by the bacterium rickettsia akari, which is transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected mite. the bacteria enter the skin through the bite wound and then travel through the bloodstream to the lymph nodes, where they multiply and cause inflammation. this inflammation can cause a rash, fever, and other symptoms.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the patient
- Blood test to detect antibodies
- Skin biopsy to detect presence of rickettsiae
- PCR to detect presence of Rickettsia akari
- Serological tests to detect antibodies
- Culture of tissue samples to detect presence of Rickettsia akari
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the Rickettsialpox due to Rickettsia akari
- Administer antibiotics such as doxycycline, tetracycline, or chloramphenicol
- Prescribe antipyretics (fever reducers) such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen
- Prescribe an antihistamine to reduce itching
- Prescribe a topical steroid to reduce inflammation
- Provide supportive care such as bed rest and fluids
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari - Prevention
Rickettsialpox due to rickettsia akari can be prevented by avoiding contact with mites and their droppings, wearing protective clothing when outdoors, and avoiding overcrowded living conditions.