(W56) Contact with marine animal

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111 423 in individuals diagnosis contact with marine animal confirmed

Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis contact with marine animal is diagnosed Men are 92.59% more likely than Women

107 294

Men receive the diagnosis contact with marine animal

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

100

4 129

Women receive the diagnosis contact with marine animal

0 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease contact with marine animal - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 25-29

In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 45-49

Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-44, 50-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-24, 30-34, 40-44, 50-64, 70-95+

In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 25-29, 35-39, 45-49, 65-69

Disease Features contact with marine animal

Absence or low individual and public risk

Contact with marine animal - what does this mean

Contact with marine animals can lead to diseases such as ciguatera poisoning, which is caused by the consumption of contaminated fish, or other marine animal-related illnesses like vibriosis, which is caused by contact with contaminated water.

What happens during the disease - contact with marine animal

The pathogenesis of this disease is likely due to the introduction of bacteria and toxins from the marine animal into the body, resulting in an inflammatory response, which can lead to a variety of symptoms, including skin rashes, fever, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. in some cases, people may also experience neurological symptoms, such as confusion, dizziness, and difficulty breathing.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

Order a physical exam to check for signs of infection.
Order a complete blood count to check for any abnormalities.
Order a chest X-ray to check for any signs of infection.
Order a skin biopsy to check for any signs of infection.
Order a urine test to check for any signs of infection.
Order a stool sample to check for any signs of infection.
Order a throat culture to check for any signs of infection.
Order a sputum sample to check for any signs of infection.
Order a blood test to check for any signs of infection.
Order a CT scan to check for any signs of infection.
Order an MRI to check for any signs of infection.
Order an echocardiogram to check for any signs of infection.

Additions:

Order a serological test to check for any antibodies related to the disease.
Order a PCR test to check for any genetic material related to the disease.

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: Treat contact with marine animal

Identify and assess the type of marine animal the patient has come in contact with.
Provide the patient with appropriate antibiotics and/or antiviral medications.
Administer tetanus immunizations if necessary.
Monitor the patient for any signs of infection.
Provide wound care and management.
Provide psychological support to the patient.
Educate patient on proper hygiene and safety measures.

5 Days of Hospitalization Required

Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Contact with marine animal - Prevention

The best way to prevent contact with marine animals is to avoid swimming or wading in areas where they are known to inhabit, and to never touch or handle them. additionally, it is important to wear protective clothing such as gloves or wetsuits when in contact with marine animals, and to never feed them.

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