B71
B71 is a code used in the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) to denote certain diseases caused by cestodes. Cestodes, also known as tapeworms, are a type of parasitic flatworms that can cause a variety of health issues in humans and animals.
Overview[edit | edit source]
The B71 code is used to classify diseases caused by cestodes. These diseases are typically contracted when a person or animal ingests food or water that has been contaminated with the eggs or larvae of the tapeworm. The tapeworm then grows inside the host's intestines, where it can cause a variety of symptoms.
Diseases[edit | edit source]
The B71 code includes several specific diseases, including:
- Cysticercosis: This is a tissue infection caused by the young form of the pork tapeworm. People get cysticercosis by consuming food or water contaminated with the tapeworm's eggs.
- Echinococcosis: This is a parasitic disease caused by infection with tiny tapeworms of the Echinococcus type. Humans become infected by ingesting the eggs found in the feces of a dog or other carnivores.
- Taeniasis: This is a type of tapeworm infection that is usually caused by eating undercooked or raw meat that is infected with the tapeworm's larvae.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of diseases caused by cestodes can vary widely, depending on the type of tapeworm and the location of the infection. However, common symptoms can include abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, and fatigue.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for diseases caused by cestodes typically involves medications that kill the tapeworms. In some cases, surgery may be required to remove large tapeworms or to treat complications caused by the infection.
Prevention[edit | edit source]
Prevention of diseases caused by cestodes involves proper food handling and preparation, as well as good personal hygiene. This includes washing hands thoroughly before eating or preparing food, cooking meat to the proper temperature, and avoiding food or water that may be contaminated.
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