In the United States, about one out of every 100 patients will die from leptospirosis. Death is usually caused by kidney failure, but has also been caused by myocarditis, septic shock, organ failure, and/or poorly functioning lungs.
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Between 100 and 200 cases of leptospirosis are reported in the United States each year. Almost 75% of cases of leptospirosis in N. America occur in males. About 50% of these cases occur in Hawaii.
Leptospirosis a bacterial infection more common to animals than humans
It causes kidney damage leading to death. Even if the dog recovers, his health is broken.
It causes kidney damage leading to death. Even if the dog recovers, his health is broken.
Leptospirosis is an infection caused by the Leptospira bacteria. If left untreated it can cause kidney failure, bleeding from the lungs, and death.
"Ictero" refers to jaundice, and "hemorrhagic" refers to a propensity towards bleeding. In certain forms of leptospirosis, patients develop a condition known as Weil's disease, or icterohemorrhagic leptospirosis. This is a severe form of leptospirosis, and leads to liver and kidney disease (the liver disease results in jaundice). These patients may also suffer from anemia, fever, and hemorrhage.
Leptospirosis is caused by a type of bacteria called Leptospira. It is not caused by a protozoan.
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Leptospirosis is called a zoonosis because it is a disease of animals that can be transmitted to humans. It can be a very serious problem in the livestock industry.