The diagnosis of parasitic infection of the respiratory system may be delayed due to myriad clinical and radiographic presentations of parasitic diseases which make the diagnosis of these entities challenging. [link.springer.com]

Pneumothorax, pleural effusion, and emphysema are possible lung presentation. Blood laboratory findings extend from eosinophilia to IgE production. Serodiagnosis is helpful by detection of specific antibodies. [intechopen.com]

The location of TB infection within the lung varies with the stage of infection and age of the patient: Primary pulmonary TB infection presents throughout the lung in children. However, TB presents in the upper or lower zones of the lung in adults. [icnet.uk]

Cases of tropical pulmonary eosinophilia typically present with refractory bronchial asthma. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Treatment Acute bronchitis When no secondary infection is present, acute bronchitis is treated in the same way as the common cold. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Treatment Praziquantel is the first choice for treatment of this helminthic disease. [intechopen.com]

Albendazole versus placebo in treatment of echinococcosis. Trans Royal Soc Trop Med Hyg. 2001;95:190–4. CrossRef Google Scholar 72. Junghanss T, Menezes Da Silva A, Horton J, et al. [link.springer.com]

Treatment is with a medicine called praziquantel. Many have complete recovery after treatment. What are the symptoms of schistosomiasis? Schistosomiasis can be 'acute' or 'chronic'. [patient.info]

Is there treatment? Yes, there is treatment. Once the diagnosis is made, effective treatment for paragonimiasis is available from a physician. How can I prevent Paragonimus infection? Never eat raw freshwater crabs or crayfish. [cdc.gov]

Paragonimiasis Treatment In most people, paragonimiasis can be cured with oral anti- parasite medications. Both praziquantel ( Biltricide ) and triclabendazole (Egaten) are approved for treatment. [webmd.com]

Miliary tuberculosis is an uncommon presentation, but carries a poor prognosis. The ‘miliary’ or seeded spread is due to blood-borne dissemination of an uncontrolled infection. Miliary TB is seen in both primary and post-primary tuberculosis. [icnet.uk]

If someone is also infected with malaria, HIV, or hepatitis, there is a worse prognosis. Can schistosomiasis be prevented? People who travel to areas affected by schistosomiasis should avoid exposure to fresh water that is likely to be contaminated. [patient.info]

Prognosis When treated, acute bronchitis normally resolves in one to two weeks without complications, although a cough may continue for several more weeks. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

The filarial etiology has been suggested by the prevalent occurrence of the syndrome in the world regions with reported high filarialsis prevalence (South-East Asia), as well as the recovery after antifilarial drug administration. [intechopen.com]

Pulmonologists need to be familiar with the epidemiology, clinical presentation, pathophysiology, and bronchoscopic findings of parasitic lung diseases, in order to provide proper management in a timely fashion. [link.springer.com]

It is important for physicians to know the epidemiologic characteristics, clinical presentations, and treatments of choice for these conditions. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Diagnosis Epidemiological data state a male predominance in TPE (sex ratio M/F; 4:1), a disease of children and young adult (15-40 yrs). [intechopen.com]

Pathophysiology The lung migration can elicit blood eosinophilia as for other larva migrans. [intechopen.com]

Pulmonologists need to be familiar with the epidemiology, clinical presentation, pathophysiology, and bronchoscopic findings of parasitic lung diseases, in order to provide proper management in a timely fashion. [link.springer.com]

Nursing and respiratory therapy interventions are logical, including control of the environment and vaporized treatments, based on the pathophysiology of acute bronchitis. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms can range from mild headaches to temporary paralysis, and diagnosis is difficult, requiring a spinal tap, said William L. [nbcbayarea.com]

We also work to prevent further spread of the illness in the community. Visit the Disease Report Investigation Process webpage to learn more. References: Suguyama, H et.al. [southernnevadahealthdistrict.org]

Presentation of the Geographic Distribution, Main Symptoms, Treatment and Preventive Measures of parasitic diseases (1) classified by adult parasite location: Blood and Lymphatic System Diseases, Digestive Tract Diseases, Lung Diseases, Nail and Hair [oxfordmedicine.com]

Prevention programs are necessary in endemic areas, and research must be directed toward vaccination against the parasite. [journals.lww.com]

Increasing awareness, newer diagnostic techniques, preventative measures, and antiparasitic drugs are important in reducing the worldwide morbidity and mortality from parasitic helminths and protozoa. [sutterhealth.org]