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(A07.3) Isosporiasis
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158 018 in individuals diagnosis isosporiasis confirmed
843 deaths with diagnosis isosporiasis
1% mortality rate associated with the disease isosporiasis
Diagnosis isosporiasis is diagnosed Women are 15.81% more likely than Men
66 518
Men receive the diagnosis isosporiasis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis isosporiasis
843 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease isosporiasis - 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 isosporiasis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Isosporiasis - what does this mean
Isosporiasis is an infection caused by the parasite isospora belli, which is typically transmitted through contaminated food or water. it is most common in tropical and subtropical regions, and can cause symptoms such as watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue. diagnosis is typically made through a stool sample, and treatment involves a combination of antibiotics and antidiarrheal medications.
What happens during the disease - isosporiasis
Isosporiasis is a parasitic infection caused by the protozoan isospora belli. it is acquired by ingestion of contaminated food or water that contains the oocysts of the parasite. the oocysts release sporozoites that invade the epithelial cells of the small intestine, where they undergo several rounds of replication before being released into the lumen of the intestine as mature oocysts. these oocysts are then excreted in the feces, where they can remain viable for up to several weeks. ingestion of these oocysts by another host can lead to a new infection. symptoms of isosporiasis can include watery diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Isosporiasis - Prevention
The best way to prevent isosporiasis is to practice good hygiene and regular hand washing, as well as avoiding contaminated water and food sources. additionally, it is important to seek prompt medical attention if any symptoms of isosporiasis are present.