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Disease Profile
Babesiosis
Prevalence estimates on Rare Medical Network websites are calculated based on data available from numerous sources, including US and European government statistics, the NIH, Orphanet, and published epidemiologic studies. Rare disease population data is recognized to be highly variable, and based on a wide variety of source data and methodologies, so the prevalence data on this site should be assumed to be estimated and cannot be considered to be absolutely correct.
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Age of onset
All ages
ICD-10
B60.0
Inheritance
Autosomal dominant A pathogenic variant in only one gene copy in each cell is sufficient to cause an autosomal dominant disease.
Autosomal recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of each gene of the chromosome are needed to cause an autosomal recessive disease and observe the mutant phenotype.
X-linked
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
dominant X-linked dominant inheritance, sometimes referred to as X-linked dominance, is a mode of genetic inheritance by which a dominant gene is carried on the X chromosome.
X-linked
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
recessive Pathogenic variants in both copies of a gene on the X chromosome cause an X-linked recessive disorder.
Mitochondrial or multigenic Mitochondrial genetic disorders can be caused by changes (mutations) in either the mitochondrial DNA or nuclear DNA that lead to dysfunction of the mitochondria and inadequate production of energy.
Multigenic or multifactor Inheritance involving many factors, of which at least one is genetic but none is of overwhelming importance, as in the causation of a disease by multiple genetic and environmental factors.
Not applicable
Other names (AKA)
Babesia parasite infection; Human babesiosis
Categories
Parasitic diseases
Summary
Babesiosis refers to a condition caused by microscopic parasites that infect the
Symptoms
This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
Medical Terms | Other Names |
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HPO ID
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80%-99% of people have these symptoms | ||
Fever | 0001945 | |
Headache |
Headaches
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0002315 |
0001878 | ||
30%-79% of people have these symptoms | ||
Arthralgia |
Joint pain
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0002829 |
Cough |
Coughing
|
0012735 |
Fatigue |
Tired
Tiredness
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0012378 |
Hepatomegaly |
Enlarged liver
|
0002240 |
Hyperhidrosis |
Excessive sweating
Increased sweating
Profuse sweating
Sweating
Sweating profusely
Sweating, increased
[ more ] |
0000975 |
Yellow skin
Yellowing of the skin
[ more ] |
0000952 | |
Leukopenia |
Decreased blood leukocyte number
Low white blood cell count
[ more ] |
0001882 |
Myalgia |
Muscle ache
Muscle pain
[ more ] |
0003326 |
Splenomegaly |
Increased spleen size
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0001744 |
Low platelet count
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0001873 | |
5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
Anorexia | 0002039 | |
Clinodactyly of the 5th toe | 0001864 | |
Coma | 0001259 | |
Confusion |
Disorientation
Easily confused
Mental disorientation
[ more ] |
0001289 |
Congestive heart failure |
Cardiac failure
Cardiac failures
Heart failure
[ more ] |
0001635 |
Depressivity |
Depression
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0000716 |
Disseminated intravascular coagulation | 0005521 | |
Hepatic failure |
Liver failure
|
0001399 |
Hypercoagulability | 0100724 | |
Limitation of joint mobility |
Decreased joint mobility
Decreased mobility of joints
Limited joint mobility
Limited joint motion
[ more ] |
0001376 |
Myocardial infarction |
Heart attack
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0001658 |
Nausea and vomiting | 0002017 | |
Photophobia |
Extreme sensitivity of the eyes to light
Light hypersensitivity
[ more ] |
0000613 |
Recurrent pharyngitis |
Recurrent sore throat
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0100776 |
Renal insufficiency |
Renal failure
Renal failure in adulthood
[ more ] |
0000083 |
Respiratory insufficiency |
Respiratory impairment
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0002093 |
Venous thrombosis |
Blood clot in vein
|
0004936 |
Related diseases
Related diseases are conditions that have similar signs and symptoms. A health care provider may consider these conditions in the table below when making a diagnosis. Please note that the table may not include all the possible conditions related to this disease.
Conditions with similar signs and symptoms from Orphanet
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Differential diagnoses include other infectious diseases such as malaria, Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhoid (see these terms) and infectious mononucleosis.
Visit the Orphanet disease page for more information.
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Organizations
Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Social Networking Websites
- Visit the Babesia Blows group on Facebook.
Learn more
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
Where to Start
- You can obtain information on this topic from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC is recognized as the lead federal agency for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.
In-Depth Information
- Medscape Reference provides information on this topic. You may need to register to view the medical textbook, but registration is free.
- The Monarch Initiative brings together data about this condition from humans and other species to help physicians and biomedical researchers. Monarch’s tools are designed to make it easier to compare the signs and symptoms (phenotypes) of different diseases and discover common features. This initiative is a collaboration between several academic institutions across the world and is funded by the National Institutes of Health. Visit the website to explore the biology of this condition.
- Orphanet is a European reference portal for information on rare diseases and orphan drugs. Access to this database is free of charge.
- PubMed is a searchable database of medical literature and lists journal articles that discuss Babesiosis. Click on the link to view a sample search on this topic.
References
- Burke A Cunha, MD. Babesiosis. Medscape Reference. May 2017; https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/212605-overview.
- Jeffrey A Gelfand, MD, FACP, Edouard G Vannier, PhD. Clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of babesiosis. UpToDate. June 2017; Accessed 7/23/2017.
- Parasites Babesiosis. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. July 2012; https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/babesiosis/.