(B66.4) Paragonimiasis
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Diagnosis paragonimiasis is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
Men receive the diagnosis paragonimiasis
2 681 (431.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis paragonimiasis
2 637 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease paragonimiasis - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 0
Disease Features paragonimiasis
Paragonimiasis - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - paragonimiasis
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the patient
- Medical history of the patient
- Laboratory tests to detect the presence of Paragonimus eggs in the patient's stool or sputum
- Chest X-ray to detect the presence of Paragonimus cysts in the lungs
- CT scan or MRI to detect the presence of Paragonimus cysts in the brain or other organs
- Ultrasound to detect the presence of Paragonimus cysts in the abdominal cavity
- Blood tests to detect antibodies against Paragonimus
- Endoscopy to detect the presence of Paragonimus cysts in the gastrointestinal tract
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Prescribe anti-parasitic medications such as praziquantel or bithionol
- Administer anti-inflammatory medications to reduce symptoms
- Provide nutritional counseling to ensure proper nutrition and hydration
- Provide education and counseling on proper food-handling techniques
- Provide education and counseling on proper sanitation techniques
- Monitor patient's progress and adjust treatment as necessary
Paragonimiasis - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease paragonimiasis
Chest pain
(Thoracic pain, Thorax pain, Rib cage pain, Rib pain, Breastbone pain, Sternum pain, Costal pain, Intercostal pain, Pectoral pain, Precordial pain)
Chest pain is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It may be described as pressure, squeezing, burning, or tightness in the chest. It can develop quickly or gradually, and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, sweating, or shortness of breath. Types of chest pain inclu...
Coughing up blood
(Hemoptysis, Expectorating blood, Coughing up red phlegm, Producing bloody sputum, Spitting up blood, Vomiting blood, Coughing up blood clots)
Coughing up blood is a symptom of a serious underlying medical condition. It can appear as bright red blood, or it can be mixed with mucus or phlegm. It usually develops gradually, and may be accompanied by shortness of breath, chest pain, or a feeling of tightness in the chest. Coughing up blood ca...
Fever with chills
(Fever with shivering, Fever with trembling, Fever with shaking, Fever with rigors, Fever with quivering, Fever with shuddering, Fever with quaking, Fever with shudder, Fever with trembling rigors, Fever with shuddering fits)
Fever with chills is a common symptom of infection, and is characterized by a sudden onset of high body temperature and shivering. It may be accompanied by other symptoms such as sweating, headache, fatigue, body aches, and general weakness. As the body temperature rises, the patient may experience ...
Cough
(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)
Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...
Dyspnea
(Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Breathlessness, Air hunger, Difficulty breathing, Gasping, Panting, Wheezing, Tightness in chest, Suffocating feeling)
Dyspnea is a feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as asthma, COPD, heart failure, or anemia. Symptoms of dyspnea may include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and rapid breathing. Dyspnea can...
Foamy sputum
(Frothy sputum, Bubbling sputum, Frothy mucus, Frothy saliva, Foaming phlegm, Foamy mucus, Bubbly sputum, Foaming saliva, Frothy expectoration)
Foamy sputum is a respiratory symptom in which a person produces a wet, frothy substance from their mouth or nose when they cough. It is usually caused by an accumulation of mucus and air in the lungs. The sputum may be clear, white, yellow, or green, and may contain pus or blood. It can be a sign o...