Persons at an increased risk for leptospirosis include farmers, miners, animal health care workers, fish farmers and processors, sewage and canal workers, cane harvesters, and soldiers.
Leptospirosis is caused by a type of bacteria called Leptospira. It is not caused by a protozoan.
The two main types of leptospirosis are acute leptospirosis and severe leptospirosis. Acute leptospirosis typically presents with mild flu-like symptoms, including fever, headache, and muscle aches, and often resolves without treatment. Severe leptospirosis can lead to serious complications such as kidney damage, liver failure, respiratory distress, and can be life-threatening if not treated promptly. Both types are caused by the Leptospira bacteria, which can be transmitted through contaminated water or soil.
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leptospirosis
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.
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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.
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Leptospirosis is an infection caused by bacteria of the Leptospira type. The pathophysiology is that infection is initiated through direct or indirect contact with urine of infected animals.