Bubonic plague
Bubonic plague clinical and global spread profile: 1 countries, 1 WHO outbreak events since 1997.
Bubonic plague · ICD-10 A200 · ICD-11 1B93 · 1 WHO event across 1 country (1997–1997).
Top affected countries
| Country | Region | Events | % of global |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zambia | AFR | 1 | 100% |
WHO case definition
A disease caused by an infection with the gram-negative bacteria Yersinia pestis. This disease commonly presents with an infection of the lymph nodes leading to swelling and pain. This disease may also present with gangrene of the extremities, chills, malaise, high fever, muscle cramps, or seizures. Transmission is through the bite of an infected flea, by direct contact, or by droplet transmission.
Countries Affected
1
Outbreak Events
1
Year Range
1997–1997
ICD-10 A200
Bubonic plague
Visualization
Global Prevalence Snapshot
Based on WHO Disease Outbreak News events (1997–1997).
Risk Level
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