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I am a long term Survivor of untreated African Tick Bite Fever which I picked up in Lesotho in 1988. I went to several doctors before I was able to find one who could diagnose the disease. It had then passed the point where it is treatable (apparently it is easily treated with Tetracycline if diagnosed in the first few days days). The disease itself was horrid (high fever, hallucinations, skin spots, severe Arthritis and fatigue) and lasted about a month, but there are no long term effects that I am aware of. I was told by the Doctor Who finally diagnosed it that I would have life long immunity to African Tick Bite Fever.
I have on several occasions since then screened (not tested) positive for syphilis when either donating blood, or having regular blood work done when I was pregnant. Apparently the syphilis screening method is far from perfect, and can be triggered by antibodies to a number of other diseases including Lyme Disease, another tick borne disease. So, it is likely that having had ATBF is what now causes me to permanently screen positive for syphilis (I wish I had known that back when I got that first letter from the Red Cross after donating blood!)
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Why were many African American leaders oppoesed to the Vietnam war?
They saw the Vietnam War and oppression against blacks as symptoms of the same unjust political, economic, and social systems.
What are the reasons of the replacement of the organisation of African unity by the African union?
what the reasons of the replacement of the organisation of African Unity by the African union.
How many African countries are members of the Organization of African Unity?
all of african country
What does kato mean in African?
There is no such Language as African. 1500 languages are spoken on the African continent.
What is the second deadliest bug?
The second deadliest bug is often considered to be the tsetse fly, which is responsible for transmitting sleeping sickness (African trypanosomiasis) in humans and nagana in animals. This insect's bite can lead to severe neurological complications and, if untreated, can be fatal. The tsetse fly contributes to thousands of deaths annually, primarily in sub-Saharan Africa, making it a significant public health concern.
What does the tsetse fly transmit?
The tsetse fly is known to transmit a parasitic infection called trypanosomiasis, also known as sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in animals. This disease can be serious if left untreated, causing symptoms such as fever, headaches, joint pain, and in some cases, neurological problems.
What are the main symptons of River Blindness?
The main symptoms of River Blindness are a skin rash that can be intensely itchy, eye lesions, eye diseasy and nodules under the skin. River Blindness is most commonly found in the african tropics. It can lead to gradual blindness if untreated.
What were important longterm consequences of Columbus's encounters in America's?
Think along the lines of the Columbian Exchange, the forced labor on the native Americans and the African Americans and the new conqored lands, etc.
What does trypanosoma gambiense cause?
Trypanosoma gambienese is a parasitic form that causes African Sleeping Sickness, which is transmitted by the bite of the tsetse fly. It lives in the blood and nervous system of its vertebrate host.
What is the cure for The African Sleeping Sickness?
The African Sleeping Sickness, caused by the Trypanosoma parasite transmitted by tsetse flies, has different treatments depending on the disease stage. For early-stage infections, pentamidine is often effective, while later stages require more complex treatments such as melarsoprol or eflornithine. It's essential to diagnose the disease promptly and initiate treatment, as untreated infections can be fatal. Supportive care and management of symptoms are also important during the treatment process.
What are the symptoms of african sleeping sickness?
Sleeping for most of the day, proceeded by coma. Without treatment, death can occur.
Does African fly work to human and safe?
The African tsetse fly is known for transmitting sleeping sickness (African trypanosomiasis) to humans, making it a significant health risk in certain regions of Africa. While the bite itself may not be dangerous, the disease it carries can be severe and potentially fatal if untreated. Preventive measures and treatments are available, but it is essential to avoid areas infested with tsetse flies and to seek medical attention if bitten. Therefore, the tsetse fly is not considered safe for humans.
Why were many African American leaders oppoesed to the Vietnam war?
They saw the Vietnam War and oppression against blacks as symptoms of the same unjust political, economic, and social systems.
What is miss river lodge?
"Miss Rivers' Lodge" was the name given to the group of African-American men who were human subject participants in the Tuskegee Untreated Syphilis Study. Miss Eunice Rivers, RN, was a local nurse who worked with this study and one of her duties included transporting the men to be examined periodically.
What type of research method was used to conduct the Tuskegee experiment?
The Tuskegee Experiment used an observational study design. Researchers observed the natural progression of untreated syphilis in African American men without their informed consent. This study was ethically and morally problematic due to the lack of informed consent and the withholding of treatment.
What is the scientific name for African Trypanosomiasis?
The scientific name for African Trypanosomiasis is Trypanosoma brucei. This disease is caused by the protozoan parasites Trypanosoma brucei gambiense and Trypanosoma brucei rhodesiense, which are transmitted to humans through the bites of infected tsetse flies. It is commonly known as sleeping sickness due to the neurological symptoms it can cause in the later stages of the disease.
What symptoms indicate that a diabetic needs their insulin?
is separated from Unguja island and the African continent by deep channels and has a correspondingly restricted fauna, reflecting its comparative isolation from the mainland.[21][22] Its best-known endemic is the Pemba Flying Fox.
