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What is human leishmaniasis?
Human leishmaniasis is a disease caused by parasites of the Leishmania genus, transmitted through the bites of infected sandflies. It can manifest as cutaneous, mucocutaneous, or visceral forms, with symptoms ranging from skin ulcers to organ damage, and can be fatal if left untreated. Leishmaniasis is mainly found in tropical and subtropical regions, affecting millions of people worldwide each year.
Does leishmaniasis have a vaccine control possibility?
There is currently no licensed vaccine against Leishmania and control measures rely on chemotherapy to alleviate disease and on vector control to reduce transmission. A major vaccine development program aimed initially at cutaneous leishmaniasis is under way.
Who discovered leishmaniasis?
William leishmaniasis
What are the symptoms of A-T?
The appearance of ataxia between the ages of two and five. Other, less consistent symptoms may include neurological, cutaneous (skin), and a variety of other conditions.
How does leishmaniasis spread?
Leishmaniasis is normally spread via the bite of a female sandfly in areas where Leishmaniasis is endemic. Leishmaniasis is also spread by blood transfusion, sharing needles, sexually and congenitally. The Leishmaniasis parasite has been proven to survive in stored blood for at least 30 days which is why the US Military and the CDC have a ban on donating blood for one year for persons returning from endemic countries, to include Iraq and Afghanistan.
What are the symptoms of kala-azar?
The symptoms of kala-azar vary from one person to other. However, some of the common symptoms include high undulating fever often with two or even three peaks within 24 hours and drenching sweats which can be malaria, Chills, rigors, weight loss, fatigue, poor appetite, cough, burning feet, insomnia, abdominal pain, joint pain, anorexia, epistaxis and diarrhea.Leishmaniasis is mainly of two types:Cutaneous Leishmaniasis.Visceral Leishmaniasis.Cutaneous Leishmaniasis - People suffering from cutaneous leishmaniasis, usually develop one or more skin sores (either painful or painless, with or without a scab). They normally develop after a period ranging from weeks to months after a person is bitten by an infected female sand fly. The sores can change in size and appearance over time. If you don't take proper care of these sores or don't treat them then these sores can last from weeks to years and often eventually develop raised edges and a central crater. Some people have swollen glands near the sores (for example, under the arm if the sores are on the arm or hand).Some other rare symptoms include:Dizziness.Cough.Diarrhea.Visceral Leishmaniasis - Visceral Leishmaniasis is the most severe form of leishmaniasis. These parasites usually migrate to the visceral organs such as liver, spleen and bone marrow. Children are more susceptible to this disease.Its symptoms include:Patients usually have low blood counts, including a low red blood cell count (anemia), low white blood cell count (leukopenia), and low platelet count.Prolonged fever (But the fever is not constant, it is irregular. Onset is insidious or acute.)Progressive Emaciation.Weight loss.Progressive Anemia.Enlargement of the spleen (splenomegaly) and liver.Malaise.Hyper pigmented skin of the forehead, abdomen, hands, and feet in light-skinned persons.Occasional Bleeding.These symptoms typically develop for months and sometimes for years, after a person becomes infected, and if left untreated then it may lead to fatal results.this is from http://www.ayurvedic-medicines.org/diseases/leishmaniasis-symptoms.htm visit it for more info......
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What is Jungle rot?
Tropical ulcer (also known as "Aden ulcer," "Jungle rot," "Malabar ulcer," and "Tropical phagedena") is a lesion occurring in cutaneous leishmaniasis. It is caused by a variety of microorganisms, including mycobacteria. It is common in tropical climates. I say look for it on Wikipedia and search for it. It's okay if you barf.
How may leishmaniasis be said to be a common disorder?
At any one time, about 20 million people throughout the world are infected with leishmaniasis. Between one million and one and one-half million cases of cutaenous leishmaniasis are reported yearly worldwide.
Specialized nerve endings that respond to temperature touch etc?
Thermoreceptors
What is the meaning of rubella?
An acute specific disease with a dusky red cutaneous eruption resembling that of measles, but unattended by catarrhal symptoms; -- called also German measles.
What are the symptoms of cutaneous larva migrans?
In more severe cases, a red elevation of the skin (papule) appears within a few hours after the larvae have penetrated the skin.
