(A79) Other rickettsioses

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9 128 in individuals diagnosis other rickettsioses confirmed
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2 341 deaths with diagnosis other rickettsioses
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26% mortality rate associated with the disease other rickettsioses

Diagnosis other rickettsioses is diagnosed Men are 10.98% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other rickettsioses

2 341 (46.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other rickettsioses

0 (less than 0.1%)

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Risk Group for the Disease other rickettsioses - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 35-39

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-69, 75-79
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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+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-24, 30-79

Disease Features other rickettsioses

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other rickettsioses - what does this mean

Other rickettsioses are a group of diseases caused by various species of bacteria in the family rickettsiaceae. these bacteria are transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected arthropod, such as a tick, flea, or mite. symptoms vary depending on the species of bacteria and can include fever, headache, rash, and muscle aches.

What happens during the disease - other rickettsioses

Other rickettsioses are a group of diseases caused by infection with bacteria from the family rickettsiaceae. these bacteria are typically spread to humans by the bite of an infected arthropod, such as a tick or flea. once inside the body, the bacteria multiply and spread, leading to inflammation and damage of the skin, lungs, brain, and other organs. symptoms can range from mild to severe and can include fever, headache, muscle pain, rash, and confusion. treatment typically involves antibiotics to clear the infection and supportive care to manage symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Blood tests to determine the presence of antibodies to the pathogen
  • Serological tests to detect the presence of antigens
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests to identify the presence of the pathogen
  • Culture tests to identify the presence of the pathogen
  • Tissue biopsy to identify the presence of the pathogen
  • Imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans to identify any inflammation or abscesses

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To reduce symptoms and prevent complications of other rickettsioses.
  • Administering antibiotics to treat the infection
  • Providing supportive care such as rest, fluids, and nutrition
  • Monitoring vital signs such as heart rate, temperature, and blood pressure
  • Providing oxygen therapy if needed
  • Administering medications for fever, pain, and other symptoms
  • Providing wound care and dressing changes
  • Administering immunoglobulins
  • Providing education about the disease and prevention measures
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other rickettsioses - Prevention

Other rickettsioses can be prevented through the use of insect repellents, avoiding contact with ticks, and wearing long-sleeved clothing and long pants when outdoors. additionally, it is important to check for ticks after being outdoors and to remove any ticks immediately. vaccines are also available for some rickettsioses.

Specified forms of the disease

(A79.0) Trench fever
(A79.1) Rickettsialpox due to Rickettsia akari
(A79.8) Other specified rickettsioses
(A79.9) Rickettsiosis, unspecified