(P37.4) Other congenital malaria

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80 101 in individuals diagnosis other congenital malaria confirmed
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2 737 deaths with diagnosis other congenital malaria
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease other congenital malaria

Diagnosis other congenital malaria is diagnosed Women are 1.14% more likely than Men

39 595

Men receive the diagnosis other congenital malaria

1 332 (3.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other congenital malaria

1 405 (3.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other congenital malaria - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1

Disease Features other congenital malaria

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other congenital malaria - what does this mean

Other congenital malaria occurs when a pregnant woman is infected with malaria parasites, which can then be passed on to her baby during pregnancy or delivery. this type of malaria can cause severe complications for the baby, including anemia, low birth weight, and even death.

What happens during the disease - other congenital malaria

Other congenital malaria is a rare form of malaria caused by the transmission of plasmodium falciparum parasites from an infected mother to her unborn child. during pregnancy, the parasites can cross the placenta and infect the fetus, leading to a range of severe symptoms including anemia, jaundice, low birth weight, and even fetal death. if the child survives, they may suffer from long-term neurological and developmental issues due to the damage caused by the parasites.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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18 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other congenital malaria - Prevention

Other congenital malaria can be prevented by practicing safe sex, using condoms, and avoiding mosquito bites. additionally, pregnant women should be tested for malaria and receive appropriate treatment if necessary.