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(B55.9) Leishmaniasis, unspecified
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9 324 in individuals diagnosis leishmaniasis, unspecified confirmed
2 524 deaths with diagnosis leishmaniasis, unspecified
27% mortality rate associated with the disease leishmaniasis, unspecified
Diagnosis leishmaniasis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 7.70% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis leishmaniasis, unspecified
1 926 (38.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis leishmaniasis, unspecified
598 (13.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease leishmaniasis, unspecified - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-34, 45-69, 75-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-19, 35-44, 70-74, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-14, 20-24, 30-39, 50-54, 70-74, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 25-29, 40-49, 55-69, 75-89
Disease Features leishmaniasis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Leishmaniasis, unspecified - what does this mean
Leishmaniasis is a parasitic infection caused by the bite of a sandfly carrying the leishmania parasite. it is characterized by skin lesions, fever, and enlargement of the liver and spleen. it can also cause anemia, weight loss, and other symptoms. it is usually treated with drugs such as pentavalent antimonials, amphotericin b, and miltefosine.
What happens during the disease - leishmaniasis, unspecified
Leishmaniasis is an infectious disease caused by a protozoan parasite, leishmania, that is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected sandfly. once inside the body, the parasite multiplies in the liver and, depending on the species, can cause a range of symptoms including skin sores, fever, and organ damage. the disease can also spread to other parts of the body, including the spleen, bone marrow, and lymph nodes, leading to more severe complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to detect the presence of Leishmania parasites
- Skin biopsy
- Bone marrow aspiration
- Serological tests to detect antibodies against Leishmania parasite
- Imaging tests such as X-ray, CT scan, MRI
- Tissue culture to detect the presence of Leishmania parasite
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treating Leishmaniasis, unspecified
- Prescribe and administer antileishmanial drugs
- Prescribe and administer antifungal drugs
- Prescribe and administer antiparasitic drugs
- Prescribe and administer antibiotics
- Prescribe and administer antimalarial drugs
- Prescribe and administer antiseptic drugs
- Prescribe and administer supportive medications
- Provide patient education on the disease and its treatment
- Monitor patient's response to treatment
- Provide counseling and emotional support
- Refer patient to specialist, if needed
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Leishmaniasis, unspecified - Prevention
Leishmaniasis, unspecified can be prevented by practicing good personal hygiene, avoiding contact with animals that may carry the disease, using insect repellents, wearing long-sleeved clothing, and avoiding areas with high transmission rates. vaccinations may also be available in some areas.