Table 4 Frequency of clinical signs and symptoms of PLERM cases reported to have occurred in onchocerciasis mass treatment programs from 1989 to 2001*
Clinical sign or symptom | Frequency of occurrence (%) |
|---|---|
Altered mental status | 65 (100) |
- confusion, obtundation or lethargy | - 31 (47.7) |
- stupor | - 13 (20.0) |
- coma | - 21 (32.3) |
Incontinence (urinary & fecal) | 28 (43.1) |
Difficulty standing up or walking | 25 (38.5) |
Dysarthria or aphasia | 21 (32.3) |
Fever (documented) | 19 (29.2) |
Diarrhea | 16 (24.6) |
Headache | 15 (23.1) |
Low back pain | 10 (15.4) |
Feverishness or chills | 10 (15.4) |