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(B57.4) Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
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1 345 deaths with diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
Infinity% mortality rate associated with the disease chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
Diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
1 345 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement identified in Men
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement identified in Men
Disease Features chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement - what does this mean
Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement occurs when the parasite trypanosoma cruzi is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected triatomine bug, and then spreads to the nervous system, causing inflammation and destruction of nerve cells. this can lead to severe neurological problems such as seizures, cognitive impairment, and even death.
What happens during the disease - chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement
Chagas disease is a parasitic infection caused by the protozoan trypanosoma cruzi that can lead to chronic involvement of the nervous system. the initial infection occurs when the parasite enters the body through the bite of an infected insect, or through contact with contaminated food or water. once inside the body, the parasite can migrate to the heart and digestive muscles, and from there to the nervous system, where it can cause inflammation and damage to the nerves. this can lead to a variety of neurological symptoms, such as difficulty walking, impaired coordination, and vision problems.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to the parasite
- Urine tests to detect the presence of parasites
- Imaging tests such as X-ray or MRI to detect any lesions in the brain or spinal cord
- Electrocardiogram to detect any heart abnormalities
- Electroencephalogram to detect any changes in brain activity
- Lumbar puncture to test for the presence of parasites in the cerebrospinal fluid
- Genetic testing to detect any mutations in the genes associated with Chagas disease
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of Chagas disease and prevent further progression of the disease.
- Administering anti-parasitic medications
- Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescribing anticonvulsant medications
- Prescribing antidepressants
- Referring the patient for physical therapy
- Referring the patient for occupational therapy
- Referring the patient for speech therapy
- Referring the patient for cognitive therapy
- Referring the patient for nutritional counseling
- Referring the patient for psychological counseling
- Referring the patient for support groups
- Monitoring the patient's progress
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chagas disease (chronic) with nervous system involvement - Prevention
The best way to prevent chagas disease with nervous system involvement is to avoid exposure to the parasite that causes it, trypanosoma cruzi. this can be done by avoiding contact with infected animals, such as dogs, cats, and rodents, and by avoiding contact with contaminated food and water sources. additionally, using insect repellent and wearing long-sleeved clothing when outdoors can help to reduce the risk of transmission.