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(W53) Bitten by rat
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7 547 in individuals diagnosis bitten by rat confirmed
Diagnosis bitten by rat is diagnosed Women are 10.00% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis bitten by rat
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis bitten by rat
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease bitten by rat - Men aged 0 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 60-64
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-59, 65-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-39, 45-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 40-44
Disease Features bitten by rat
Absence or low individual and public risk
Bitten by rat - what does this mean
Bites from rats can cause a number of diseases, including rat-bite fever, leptospirosis, and hantavirus pulmonary syndrome. these diseases are caused by bacteria, viruses, or other pathogens that are present in the saliva of the rat and can be transmitted through a bite. rat-bite fever is caused by the bacteria streptobacillus moniliformis, leptospirosis is caused by leptospira bacteria, and hantavirus pulmonary syndrome is caused by a virus.
What happens during the disease - bitten by rat
Bitten by rat is a zoonotic disease caused by the bacteria streptobacillus moniliformis. it is typically transmitted through the bite of an infected rat, or through contact with the rat's saliva, urine, or feces. the bacteria enter the skin through the bite wound, and cause an infection which results in fever, headache, chills, body aches, and a rash. in some cases, the infection can spread to the blood, causing sepsis. if left untreated, it can lead to serious complications, including organ damage or even death.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Bitten by rat - Prevention
The best way to prevent being bitten by a rat is to take proper precautions when in areas where rats may be present. this includes avoiding leaving food or garbage out in the open, sealing up any holes in walls or floors that could provide access to rats, and avoiding contact with rats or their droppings. additionally, keeping pets indoors or in a secure area can help to reduce the risk of being bitten by a rat.