(B55) Leishmaniasis

(Болезнь боровского)

Кожное заболевание leishmania tropica, которое вызывается простейшими паразитами – лейшманиями. распространено в регионах с жаркими и теплыми климатическими условиями

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9 324 in individuals diagnosis leishmaniasis confirmed
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2 524 deaths with diagnosis leishmaniasis
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27% mortality rate associated with the disease leishmaniasis

Diagnosis leishmaniasis is diagnosed Men are 7.70% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis leishmaniasis

1 926 (38.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis leishmaniasis

598 (13.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease leishmaniasis - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 75-79

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-34, 45-69, 75-89
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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+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 25-29, 40-49, 55-69, 75-89

Disease Features leishmaniasis

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Unspecified
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High individual risk, low public risk
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Leishmaniasis - what does this mean

Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease caused by a protozoan of the leishmania genus, which is transmitted by the bite of infected sandflies. it can present as a cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral form, depending on the species of the parasite and the host's immune response.

What happens during the disease - leishmaniasis

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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21 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Leishmaniasis - Prevention

Leishmaniasis can be prevented through avoiding contact with infected sandflies, using insect repellents, wearing protective clothing, and sleeping in screened or air-conditioned rooms. vaccines are also available for some species of leishmania.

Main symptoms of the disease leishmaniasis

Fever with chills

(Fever with shivering, Fever with trembling, Fever with shaking, Fever with rigors, Fever with quivering, Fever with shuddering, Fever with quaking, Fever with shudder, Fever with trembling rigors, Fever with shuddering fits)

Fever with chills is a common symptom of infection, and is characterized by a sudden onset of high body temperature and shivering. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as sweating, headache, fatigue, body aches, and general weakness. As the body temperature rises, the patient may experience ...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 105 diseases

High temperature 38-42°

(Fever, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heatstroke, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Hypertherm, High fever, High temperature, Elevated temperature)

High temperature, also known as fever, is a symptom of infection or illness. It is characterized by an elevated body temperature of 38-42°C (100-107°F). It is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, sweating, headache, and malaise. Fever develops when the body's thermoregulatory system...

Age: any ageAccociated with 129 diseases
Ulcer external

Ulcer external

(Open sore, Lesion, Sore, Cut, Wound, Gash, Abrasion, Laceration, Scratch, Bruise)

Ulcer external is a type of skin lesion that is caused by a break in the skin, leading to an open sore. It usually appears as a red, raised area that is often painful and may have a yellowish or white pus-filled center. The area around the ulcer may be swollen and warm to the touch. Ulcer external c...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 39 diseases
Knots on the skin

Knots on the skin

Knots on the skin are usually small, hard lumps that form just below the surface of the skin. They can be tender or painful to the touch, and may develop over time. Symptoms can vary, but can include raised bumps, redness, itching, or a burning sensation. Knots may be caused by a variety of conditio...

Age: any ageAccociated with 12 diseases

Specified forms of the disease

(B55.0) Visceral leishmaniasis
(B55.1) Cutaneous leishmaniasis
(B55.2) Mucocutaneous leishmaniasis
(B55.9) Leishmaniasis, unspecified