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(B58.0+) Toxoplasma oculopathy
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144 918 in individuals diagnosis toxoplasma oculopathy confirmed
3 428 deaths with diagnosis toxoplasma oculopathy
2% mortality rate associated with the disease toxoplasma oculopathy
Diagnosis toxoplasma oculopathy is diagnosed Women are 17.51% more likely than Men
59 769
Men receive the diagnosis toxoplasma oculopathy
1 476 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis toxoplasma oculopathy
1 952 (2.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease toxoplasma oculopathy - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 85-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Disease Features toxoplasma oculopathy
Absence or low individual and public risk
Toxoplasma oculopathy - what does this mean
Toxoplasma oculopathy is an eye infection caused by the parasite toxoplasma gondii. it usually occurs when the parasite is spread from an infected cat to humans, often through contact with cat feces. it can also be spread through undercooked meat, contaminated water, and through contact with an infected person. symptoms can include blurred vision, eye pain, and vision loss.
What happens during the disease - toxoplasma oculopathy
Toxoplasma oculopathy is caused by the toxoplasma gondii parasite, which can be spread through contact with infected animals, ingestion of contaminated food and water, or contact with contaminated soil. once the parasite enters the body, it can travel to the eyes and cause inflammation and damage to the retina, resulting in vision loss. this damage is caused by the parasite’s ability to activate the body’s immune system, which can lead to scarring and damage to the retina.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Toxoplasma oculopathy - Prevention
Toxoplasma oculopathy can be prevented by avoiding contact with cats, washing hands after contact with soil, avoiding consumption of undercooked meat, and wearing gloves when gardening. additionally, pregnant women should be especially careful to prevent infection, as it can cause birth defects.