Hyperendemic disease
Hyperendemic Disease
Hyperendemic disease (pronunciation: /ˌhaɪpərɛnˈdɛmɪk dɪˈziːz/) is a term used in epidemiology to describe a disease that is constantly present at a high incidence and prevalence rate in a population.
Etymology
The term "hyperendemic" is derived from the Greek words "hyper" meaning "over" or "more", and "endēmos" meaning "in the people". It is used to describe a disease that is constantly present in a population, but at high levels.
Definition
A hyperendemic disease is one that is constantly present in a population, but unlike an endemic disease, it is present at high levels. This means that a large number of people in the population are infected with the disease at any given time.
Examples
Examples of hyperendemic diseases include malaria in parts of Africa, HIV/AIDS in certain regions, and hepatitis B in some parts of Asia. These diseases are constantly present in these populations and affect a large number of people.
Related Terms
- Endemic: A disease that is constantly present in a population, but at low levels.
- Epidemic: A sudden increase in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in the population.
- Pandemic: An epidemic that has spread over several countries or continents, usually affecting a large number of people.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hyperendemic disease
- Wikipedia's article - Hyperendemic disease
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