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In the chaos caused by the coronavirus pandemic, we often forget that there are diseases that can kill a person in a very short time. The good news is that most of them are rather rare, and timely medical intervention will help avert the risk of death.
- One of the world’s most deadly diseases is stroke. Even if the patient is saved, it often leaves traces of paralysis or disturbances in vision, speech and movement
- Complications of some chronic diseases can also be fatal, incl. untreated diabetes. It is worth monitoring insulin levels – this is the basis for eliminating the risk of serious complications
- Insects transmit many dangerous diseases. This is the case, for example, in the case of malaria, pulmonary plague or dengue, which has been developing quite rapidly recently
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We know some of them very well, because they often affect people close to us. Others, in turn, are associated more with exotic travels than familiar everyday life. They can catch anyone, but the most vulnerable are people with reduced immunity or with chronic diseases, which, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications. Here are ten diseases that kill very quickly.
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Stroke
This is one of the biggest killers in the world. According to calculations by the Stroke Foundation, stroke It kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer. A stroke occurs when a blood clot blocks a blood vessel in the brain (or when a blood vessel breaks), which cuts off the oxygen supply to the brain. In the event of an ischemic stroke, clot-breakdown medications may be given to save lives. Even if the stroke does not kill the patient, it can leave permanent traces in the body in the form of, for example, paresis or visual disturbances.
Malaria
Although it is an exotic disease and affects only some parts of the world, it is worth remembering in the era of free travel. Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease. in South America, Africa and Asia. “A particular type of malaria can be life-threatening,” said Dr. Robert J. Citronberg, an infectious disease physician in Oak Lawn, Illinois. He explains that the parasite quickly destroys red blood cells, which play a key role in delivering oxygen to the body’s tissues. If you are traveling abroad, you are advised to see a travel medicine specialist or doctor who may advise you to take anti-malaria medication.
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Severe Dengue
Dengue is another mosquito-borne infection that causes flu-like symptoms, and now, according to the World Health Organization, half the world’s population is at risk from it.
Symptoms include high fever, severe headache, and joint pain. However, the mild stage of the disease can develop into a complication called “acute dengue”, which can manifest itself as severe abdominal pain and uncontrolled vomiting, and in some cases even be fatal. The patient should seek medical attention within a maximum of 24 to 48 hours after onset of these symptoms.
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Sudden cardiac arrest
Hundreds of thousands of people suffer from sudden cardiac arrest each year, and less than a quarter survive without defibrillation and CPR. Unlike a heart attack, sudden cardiac death is often caused by an arrhythmia. Every minute between sudden cardiac arrest and defibrillation is critical and reduces the victim’s chance of survival by 10%.
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Pulmonary plague
This type of plague, transmitted by the bite of an infected flea or by contact with another sick person, can be fatal within 18 to 24 hours if not treated promptly with antibiotics. This disease occurs mainly in Africa, primarily Madagascar.
Meningokemia
Meningococcal bacteria can cause a rare disease called meningococcemia. The bacteria can cause organ failure and death very quickly. – It very aggressively damages tissues, causes clotting of blood vessels and quick death of limbs – says Dr. Citronberg. – This is one of the most terrifying infections. People who don’t have a spleen (an organ that helps protect the body against certain types of bacteria) may be at greater risk. The best method of treatment is prophylaxis, in this case vaccination – he adds.
Valais
Eating food or water contaminated with bacteria vibrio cholera can lead to watery diarrhea and severe dehydration. According to the WHO, cholera can shock and kill you within hours. Oral or intravenous rehydration solution is required to treat the disease.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
It is a life-threatening complication of diabetes (especially type 1) and occurs when energy is not produced by burning fat but glucose. Ketoacidosis is a direct consequence of insulin deficiency. The disease is a consequence of untreated or improperly treated diabetes. It can be life-threatening.
Group A streptococcal infection
This disease, also known as necrotizing fasciitis, is caused by a strain of bacteria in the group of streptococci. In a short time, it leads to extensive necrosis of the skin, subcutaneous tissue and fascial compartments, as well as to the appearance of symptoms of toxic shock. In 30 percent. of cases, the disease ends suddenly in death. People with reduced immunity are most at risk.
Septic shock
A bacterial infection that passes through the blood (called sepsis, which is often associated with the bacteria that causes meningitis) can cause the blood pressure to drop, leading to a condition called septic shock. If detected, patients qualify for the ICU as prompt treatment is essential.
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