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Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease spread by the bite of the sandfly.Cutaneous leishmaniasis affects the skin and mucous membranes. Skin sores can resemble those due to other diseases including tuberculosis, syphilis,... |
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Symptoms
Adults usually have a fever for 2 weeks to 2 months, along with nonspecific symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and l...
Causes
There are different forms of leishmaniasis. Cutaneous leishmaniasis affects the skin and mucous membranes.
Tests
A physical exam may show signs of an enlarged spleen, liver, and lymph nodes. The patient may have a history of being...
Treatments
Medicines called antimony-containing compounds are the main drugs used to treat leishmaniasis. These include:Meglumi...
Prevention
Insect repellent, appropriate clothing, screening of windows, and fine mesh netting around the bed(in endemic areas) ...
Doctor Specialties
Contact your health care provider if you have symptoms of leishmaniasis after visiting an area where the disease is k...
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