Question 1

is leishmaniasis contagious?

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Yes: Yes, but it has to be transmitted via sand fleas.

Question 2

what are the tests for leishmaniasis?

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Parasites/ DNA: Leishmaniasis can be diagnosed when parasites or their dna are seen in a light microscope. For cutaneous leishmaniasis – tissue from a skin lesion is evaluated. For visceral leishmaniasis – bone marrow is examined. Serological testing can assist with diagnosis for visceral leishmaniasis.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of  leishmaniasis?

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Variable forms: Some people with leishmaniasis have silent infections.  Cutaneous leishmaniasis may start with skin sores like bumps which eventually can develop into ulcers. Lymph nodes may become very inflammed. People with visceral leishmaniasis may have fever, enlarged abdomen (due to swelling of spleen & liver) & weight loss.

Question 4

does leishmaniasis commonly occur in the us?

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No: It's mostly commonly a tropical disease.

Question 5

can leishmaniasis be fatal?

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Yes: Visceral and mucocutaneous types can be lethal.

Question 6

can leishmaniasis cause stillbirths?

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Yes: It can, especially untreated visceral leishmaniasis.

Question 7

can i take zinc to treat leishmaniasis?

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Yes: But i highly doubt it will do anything. It's not been shown to be effective or approved for leishmaniasis treatment.

Question 8

can leishmaniasis cause premature births?

Accepted Answer

It's possible: This potentially devastating parasitic infection can cause miscarriage and stillbirth in addition to infecting and damaging many parts of the body, including liver, spleen, bone marrow, respiratory tract, skin, and mucus membranes.

Question 9

from where does the sandfly get leishmaniasis in the first place ?

Accepted Answer

Parasite/vector: Development in the vector is initiated when female sand flies ingest blood containing macrophages infected with amastigotes, small (3–5 μm), immotile and rounded form of the parasite.

Question 10

am i more likely to contract leishmaniasis in developed or under developed countries?

Accepted Answer

Under-developed : The middle east , south america and parts of asia show the highest incidences of leshmaniasis.

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