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(A07.8) Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
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158 018 in individuals diagnosis other specified protozoal intestinal diseases confirmed
843 deaths with diagnosis other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
1% mortality rate associated with the disease other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
Diagnosis other specified protozoal intestinal diseases is diagnosed Women are 15.81% more likely than Men
66 518
Men receive the diagnosis other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
843 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other specified protozoal intestinal diseases - Men and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases - what does this mean
Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases are caused by parasites that are transmitted through contaminated food or water. the symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. in some cases, the infection can spread to other organs, such as the liver or lungs, resulting in more serious complications. treatment usually involves medications to kill the parasites and prevent further spread of the infection.
What happens during the disease - other specified protozoal intestinal diseases
Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases is a condition caused by the presence and proliferation of certain protozoan parasites in the intestine. these parasites can enter the body through contaminated food or water, and can cause symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and weight loss. the parasites can also cause malabsorption of nutrients, leading to malnutrition. treatment typically involves the use of antiparasitic medications and rehydration therapy.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Stool sample testing
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat Other Specified Protozoal Intestinal Diseases
- Prescribing antiparasitic medications
- Prescribing antibiotics
- Prescribing antidiarrheal medications
- Prescribing antacids
- Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications
- Prescribing probiotics
- Recommending dietary and lifestyle changes
- Recommending a course of physical therapy
- Recommending psychological counseling
- Recommending a course of vaccinations
- Monitoring the patient's condition regularly
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other specified protozoal intestinal diseases - Prevention
The best way to prevent other specified protozoal intestinal diseases is to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding contact with contaminated food and water, and avoiding contact with people who may be infected. additionally, it is important to get regular screenings for protozoal intestinal diseases, and to seek prompt treatment if any symptoms appear.