(B66) Other fluke infections

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622 in individuals diagnosis other fluke infections confirmed
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5 318 deaths with diagnosis other fluke infections
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855% mortality rate associated with the disease other fluke infections

Diagnosis other fluke infections is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only

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Men receive the diagnosis other fluke infections

2 681 (431.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other fluke infections

2 637 (Infinity %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other fluke infections - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 35-39, 75-79
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-34, 40-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
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No Cases of the Disease Other fluke infections identified in Men

Disease Features other fluke infections

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

Other fluke infections occur when humans or animals are infected with a parasitic flatworm, also known as a fluke, which can be found in contaminated water, soil, or food. these parasites enter the body through the skin or digestive system and then migrate to other organs, where they cause damage and disease.

What happens during the disease - other fluke infections

Other fluke infections are caused by a variety of parasitic flatworms, or helminths, that can infect humans and animals. these parasites usually enter the body through contact with contaminated water or soil and can cause a range of symptoms, such as fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and skin irritation. diagnosis is often made through a combination of physical examination, laboratory tests, and imaging studies. treatment typically involves a combination of medications and supportive care.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Other fluke infections - Prevention

Other fluke infections can be prevented by avoiding contact with contaminated water, practicing good hygiene, and wearing protective clothing and shoes when in areas where the disease is prevalent. it is also important to cook fish and other seafood properly to reduce the risk of infection.

Specified forms of the disease

(B66.0) Opisthorchiasis
(B66.1) Clonorchiasis
(B66.2) Dicrocoeliasis
(B66.3) Fascioliasis
(B66.4) Paragonimiasis
(B66.5) Fasciolopsiasis
(B66.8) Other specified fluke infections
(B66.9) Fluke infection, unspecified