CHD- NTDs

NTDs: 

NTDs Neglected Tropical Diseases Created by: Elizabeth Brown

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ELEPHANTIASIS ALSO KNOWN AS LYMPHATIC FILARIASIS 120 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

elephantiasis: 

elephantiasis CAUSES: Elephantiasis is caused by parasitic filarial worms that feed off the human through the lymphatic system These worms live for 6-8 years and produce millions of microfilariae during their lifetime that circulate the blood. It can also be transmitted by different types of mosquitos. SYMPTOMS: The worms cause swelling in the limbs and genitals These deformities can lead to social stigmas that lead to financial hardship and socioeconomic burdens. TREATMENT Recommended single doses of two medicines together: albendazole with ivermectin or diethylcarbamazine . Mosquito control through insectide -treated nets or indoor spraying.

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ASCARIASIS 807 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

ascariasis: 

a scariasis CAUSES: Ascariasis is transmitted through the contact with soil infested with human feces that contain ascaris eggs SYMPTOMS: Swelling of abdomen Severe abdominal pain Malnutrition Anemia Impaired physical growth TREATMENT: Medications: albendazole , ivermectine , mebendazole Surgery is also a possibility if the worms have caused extreme damage .

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ONCHOCERCIASIS ALSO KNOWN AS RIVER BLINDNESS 41 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

onchocerciasis : 

onchocerciasis CAUSES Onchocerciasis is an infectious disease of the eye spread by contact either with an infected person or through the bites of infected blackflies. It will usually occur in clusters within families and the community since it is spread through contact. SYMPTOMS Preventable blindness Skin rashes Lesions Itching Skin depigmentation TREATMENT: A drug has been developed that kills the microfilariae. It alleviates symptoms and reduces transmission. Spraying of blackfly breeding sites Fourth leading cause of preventable blindness

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HOOKWORM 576 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

hookworm: 

hookworm CAUSES: Hookworm is caused by an intestinal parasite SYMPTOMS: Abdominal discomfort Diarrhea Anemia Severe weight loss Loss of appetite Fatigue and weakness TREATMENT: Medication: mebendazole , albendazole , levamisole , and pyrantel A hookworm vaccine is in development.

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SHISTOSOMIASIS 207 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE ALSO KNOWN AS SNAIL FEVER

shistosomiasis: 

shistosomiasis CAUSES: Shistosomiasis is transmitted through any contact with infested water SYMPTOMS: Swelling of the abdomen Kidney disease Liver disease Bladder cancer Enlargement of the spleen Intestinal damage TREATMENT: Periodic, targeted treatment with praziquantel Most deadly of the NTDs

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TRICHURIASIS ALSO KNOWN AS WHIPWORM 604 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

trichuriasis: 

trichuriasis CAUSES: Trichuriasis is transmitted through the accidental consumption of contaminated soil or unwashed vegetables fertilized in human feces. SYMPTOMS: Malnutrition Anemia Swelling of the abdomen Physical growth retardation TREATMENT: Medication: bendazole and mebendazole Iron supplements Children are at especially high risk because they often play in the dirt and soil.

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TRACHOMA 41 MILLION ARE INFECTED WORLDWIDE

trachoma : 

t rachoma CAUSES: It is caused by an organism called Chlamydia trachomatis. Trachoma is transmitted through the contact either with an infected person or flies. Like onchocerciasis , it occurs in clusters. SYMPTOMS: Itching/Irritation of the eyes Discharge from the eyes Blurred Vision Eye pain Preventable blindness TREATMENT: Medication: tetracycline eye ointment and zithromax Surgery may be required World’s leading cause of preventable blindness

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SOURCES: nd.edu m ayoclinic.com h ealth-care- tips.org c dc.gov