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(B88.1) Tungiasis [sandflea infestation]
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24 456 in individuals diagnosis tungiasis [sandflea infestation] confirmed
Diagnosis tungiasis [sandflea infestation] is diagnosed Women are 11.96% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis tungiasis [sandflea infestation]
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tungiasis [sandflea infestation]
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tungiasis [sandflea infestation] - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-89
Disease Features tungiasis [sandflea infestation]
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tungiasis [sandflea infestation] - what does this mean
Tungiasis is a parasitic skin disease caused by the flea tunga penetrans, which burrows into the skin of its hosts, typically the feet, and lays eggs. it is most commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, and is spread by contact with sand or soil contaminated with the fleas. symptoms include itching, redness, swelling, and formation of a black nodule at the site of the bite. treatment involves manually removing the fleas and applying topical medications.
What happens during the disease - tungiasis [sandflea infestation]
Tungiasis is caused by an infestation of the skin by the female sand flea, tunga penetrans. the flea burrows into the skin of its host, usually in the feet, and lays eggs, causing an inflammatory reaction. this reaction leads to the formation of papules, vesicles, and pustules, which can become infected with bacteria. if left untreated, the lesions can become painful and cause tissue damage and secondary infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Microscopic examination of skin scrapings
- Biopsy of the affected area
- Serological tests for the presence of antibodies
- Molecular tests for the presence of sandflea DNA
- X-ray imaging of the affected area
- Blood tests to detect anemia or other signs of infection
- Ultrasound imaging of the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To treat the infestation caused by sandfleas and reduce the risk of further infection.
- Assessment of the severity of the infestation.
- Removal of the sandfleas with tweezers.
- Application of topical antiseptic cream.
- Prescription of antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary bacterial infection.
- Prescription of anti-parasitic drugs to reduce the risk of re-infestation.
- Treatment of any secondary bacterial infection.
- Regular cleaning of the affected area.
- Regular monitoring of the affected area to check for new infestations.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tungiasis [sandflea infestation] - Prevention
Tungiasis prevention involves avoiding contact with sand fleas through wearing shoes and clothing that covers the skin when in areas where sand fleas are present. additionally, it is important to clean and disinfect any shoes that have been exposed to sand fleas and to avoid contact with soil that may contain sand fleas. finally, it is important to inspect the skin regularly for any signs of sand flea infestation.