(B69) Cysticercosis
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Diagnosis cysticercosis is diagnosed Men are 4.12% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis cysticercosis
614 (11.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis cysticercosis
312 (6.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cysticercosis - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 55-59
Disease Features cysticercosis
Cysticercosis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - cysticercosis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Brain imaging (MRI or CT scan)
- Blood tests (serological tests)
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
- Tissue biopsy
- Neuropsychological testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Administer anti-parasitic medications to kill the tapeworms
- Prescribe anticonvulsant medications to reduce the risk of seizures
- Prescribe steroid medications to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe analgesic medications to reduce pain
- Perform surgery to remove cysts
- Administer antibiotics to prevent bacterial infection
- Provide lifestyle advice to reduce the risk of reinfection
Cysticercosis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease cysticercosis
Dizziness
(Vertigo, Lightheadedness, Giddiness, Faintness, Unsteadiness, Dazed, Spinning, Disorientation, Unbalanced, Foggy, Loss of balance, Uncoordinated, Confusion)
Dizziness is a sensation of feeling off-balance and lightheaded. It can range from mild to severe and can be accompanied by a feeling of spinning or swaying. It can develop suddenly or gradually, and can be triggered by physical activity, changes in position, or lack of food or fluids. Symptoms can ...
Vomit
Vomiting is the forceful expulsion of stomach contents through the mouth. It can be accompanied by nausea, abdominal pain, and sweating. Vomiting can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as food poisoning, motion sickness, viral infections, and migraine headaches. Symptoms can range from mild ...
Auditory hallucinations
Auditory hallucinations are a type of hallucination that involve hearing voices or other sounds that are not actually present. These experiences can range from hearing a single voice to having a complex conversation with multiple voices. They can be accompanied by other symptoms, such as paranoia or...
Visual hallucinations
(Optical delusions, Visual illusions, Visual apparitions, Visual mirages, Visual phantasms, Visual specters, Visual visions)
Visual hallucinations are false or distorted visual perceptions that may appear as lights, shapes, colors, people, or animals. They can be vivid and detailed, and may come in the form of still images, moving images, or both. Visual hallucinations typically develop gradually over time, and may be acc...
Rash
(Eruption, Dermatitis, Skin irritation, Hives, Itching, Inflammation, Redness, Bumps, Blotches, Scaly patch)
A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It may appear as red bumps, patches, or blisters and can be itchy, dry, or painful. It can develop suddenly or over time and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, infections, and irritants. Common rashes include eczema, hives, and...
Decreased vision
(Impaired vision, Blurred vision, Diminished vision, Reduced vision, Fuzzy vision, Clouded vision, Hazy vision, Poor vision, Weak vision, Low vision)
Decreased vision is a symptom of many underlying conditions. It can range from mild blurring of vision to complete loss of sight. It can develop gradually or suddenly, and may be accompanied by pain, headaches, or double vision. Depending on the underlying cause, it can be partial or complete, affec...
Headache
(Cephalalgia, Hedache, Pounding head, Throbbing head, Ache, Pounding pain, Throbbing pain, Head pain, Migraine, Tension headache)
Headache is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It typically develops gradually and can be localized or generalized. Common types of headache include tension-type, migraine, cluster, and sinus headaches, each with their own unique characteristics and manifestations. Tension-type hea...