Weil
Weil Disease
Weil's disease (pronounced: /waɪl/), also known as Leptospirosis, is a bacterial infection that can lead to severe health problems, including organ failure and internal bleeding. The disease is named after the German physician, Dr. Adolf Weil, who first described the condition in 1886.
Etymology
The term "Weil's disease" is derived from the name of Dr. Adolf Weil, who first identified the symptoms of the disease. The term "Leptospirosis" is derived from the Greek words "lepto" (meaning thin) and "spira" (meaning coil), referring to the thin, coiled shape of the bacteria that causes the disease.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Weil's disease can vary, but often include high fever, severe headache, muscle pain, chills, redness of the eyes, abdominal pain, jaundice, hemorrhages in the skin and mucous membranes, vomiting, diarrhea, and rash.
Causes
Weil's disease is caused by a bacterium called Leptospira interrogans. The bacteria are spread through the urine of infected animals, which can get into water or soil and can survive there for weeks to months. Humans can become infected through contact with urine or with contaminated water or soil.
Treatment
Treatment for Weil's disease typically involves antibiotics, such as doxycycline or penicillin, which are most effective if started early in the disease. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Weil
- Wikipedia's article - Weil
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