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(A21.7) Generalized tularaemia
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25 757 in individuals diagnosis generalized tularaemia confirmed
1 928 deaths with diagnosis generalized tularaemia
8% mortality rate associated with the disease generalized tularaemia
Diagnosis generalized tularaemia is diagnosed Men are 23.00% more likely than Women
15 840
Men receive the diagnosis generalized tularaemia
1 928 (12.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease generalized tularaemia - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 20-24, 80-84, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-79, 85-89
Disease Features generalized tularaemia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Generalized tularaemia - what does this mean
Generalized tularaemia is caused by the bacterium francisella tularensis, which is usually acquired through contact with infected animals or contaminated water or food. it can also be spread through insect bites, direct contact with infected animal tissue, or inhalation of aerosolized bacteria. symptoms of generalized tularaemia can include fever, fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and skin lesions.
What happens during the disease - generalized tularaemia
Generalized tularaemia is caused by the bacteria francisella tularensis, which is usually spread by contact with infected animals or contaminated water or soil. inhalation of the bacterium can also cause the disease. once the bacteria enter the body, they spread to the lymph nodes and other organs, resulting in fever, headache, chills, and muscle aches. in some cases, the infection can spread to the lungs, causing pneumonia, or to the eyes, causing conjunctivitis. if left untreated, tularaemia can cause serious complications, including meningitis, septicemia, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Generalized tularaemia - Prevention
Generalized tularaemia can be prevented by avoiding contact with infected animals and their ticks, wearing protective clothing when outdoors and in areas where animals may be present, and using insect repellent when outdoors. vaccines are also available for people who are at a higher risk of infection.