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(A20.0) Bubonic plague
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979 in individuals diagnosis bubonic plague confirmed
Diagnosis bubonic plague is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
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Men receive the diagnosis bubonic plague
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis bubonic plague
0 (No mortality)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease bubonic plague - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 75-79, 90-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-74, 80-89, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Bubonic plague identified in Men
Disease Features bubonic plague
Absence or low individual and public risk
Bubonic plague - what does this mean
Bubonic plague is caused by the bacterium yersinia pestis, which is usually spread to humans through the bite of an infected flea or by contact with an infected animal. it can also be spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. symptoms of bubonic plague include fever, chills, headache, weakness, and swollen, painful lymph nodes, called buboes.
What happens during the disease - bubonic plague
The bubonic plague is caused by the bacterium yersinia pestis, which is typically transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected flea. once in the body, the bacteria multiply in the lymph nodes, causing them to become inflamed and swollen. this can lead to fever, chills, and general malaise. if left untreated, the infection can spread to other organs, leading to septic shock, organ failure, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of patient
- Blood test
- Analysis of lymph node samples
- X-rays to check for enlarged lymph nodes
- CT scan to check for enlarged lymph nodes
- Culture of bacteria from lymph nodes
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing
- Serological testing for antibodies
- Diagnostic imaging such as MRI or ultrasound
- Tissue biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treat Bubonic Plague
- Administer antibiotics to kill the bacteria
- Provide supportive care to manage symptoms
- Provide oxygen therapy to support breathing
- Provide intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration
- Provide pain relief medications
- Provide anticonvulsants to control seizures
- Provide anticoagulants to prevent blood clots
- Provide antispasmodics to control muscle spasms
- Provide antipyretics to reduce fever
- Provide antidiarrheals to control diarrhea
- Provide antacids to reduce stomach acid
- Provide antifungals to treat fungal infections
- Provide antivirals to treat viral infections
- Provide antimalarials to treat malaria
- Provide immunosuppressants to reduce inflammation
- Provide blood transfusions to replace lost blood
- Provide nutritional support to maintain health
- Provide psychological support to reduce stress
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Bubonic plague - Prevention
The best way to prevent bubonic plague is to avoid contact with rodents and fleas, and to practice good hygiene habits such as washing hands regularly and avoiding contact with sick people. additionally, it is important to use insect repellent when outdoors and to wear protective clothing when handling dead animals. vaccines are also available for those at risk of exposure.