What is another word for ragpicker's disease?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈaɡpɪkəz dɪzˈiːz] (IPA)

Ragpicker's disease is a term used to refer to a bacterial infection called leptospirosis. This disease is spread through the urine of infected animals and can affect humans who come into contact with contaminated water, soil, or food. Other synonyms for this disease include Weil's disease, Stuttgart disease, and canicola fever. Symptoms of leptospirosis can range from mild flu-like symptoms to more severe conditions such as liver and kidney failure. Prevention measures, such as wearing protective clothing and avoiding contaminated areas, can help to reduce the risk of infection. Early diagnosis and treatment are also essential for preventing complications and managing the symptoms of leptospirosis.

Synonyms for Ragpicker's disease:

What are the hypernyms for Ragpicker's disease?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    occupational lung disease, Industrial respiratory illness, Occupational health hazard, Occupational respiratory illness, Work-related respiratory illness.

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