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(H13.0*) Filarial infection of conjunctiva
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NaN% mortality rate associated with the disease filarial infection of conjunctiva
Diagnosis filarial infection of conjunctiva is diagnosed Prevalent in Women Only
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Men receive the diagnosis filarial infection of conjunctiva
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis filarial infection of conjunctiva
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease filarial infection of conjunctiva - Men and Women aged 0
No Cases of the Disease Filarial infection of conjunctiva 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 Filarial infection of conjunctiva identified in Men
Disease Features filarial infection of conjunctiva
Absence or low individual and public risk
Filarial infection of conjunctiva - what does this mean
Filarial infection of conjunctiva is caused by the transmission of the parasitic roundworm, wuchereria bancrofti, through the bite of an infected mosquito. the parasite then migrates to the conjunctiva, causing inflammation and pain in the affected eye.
What happens during the disease - filarial infection of conjunctiva
Filarial infection of the conjunctiva is caused by the parasitic roundworm wuchereria bancrofti, which is transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito. the worm larvae migrate to the conjunctiva, where they can cause chronic inflammation and damage to the tissue. this can lead to redness, itching, and swelling of the conjunctiva, as well as blurred vision and light sensitivity. if left untreated, the infection can cause permanent vision loss.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination of the patient
- Blood tests to confirm microfilariae presence
- Skin snip test for the presence of adult worms
- Ophthalmic examination of the eyes
- Slit lamp examination of the eyes
- Gram stain and culture of the conjunctival discharge
- Ultrasound imaging of the affected area
- CT scan of the affected area
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the inflammation, control the infection, and prevent any further complications.
- Administering antibiotics
- Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications
- Performing conjunctival lavage
- Prescribing eye drops
- Performing surgical removal of the worm
- Prescribing anti-parasitic drugs
- Performing cryotherapy
- Prescribing topical steroids
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Filarial infection of conjunctiva - Prevention
The best way to prevent filarial infection of the conjunctiva is to use insect repellents, wear protective clothing, and practice good hygiene. additionally, people should avoid contact with potentially contaminated water sources and seek prompt medical attention if they experience any symptoms associated with the infection.