(A04.2) Enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

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4 161 936 in individuals diagnosis enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection confirmed
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100 500 deaths with diagnosis enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

Diagnosis enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection is diagnosed Women are 7.49% more likely than Men

1 925 198

Men receive the diagnosis enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

42 720 (2.2 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

57 780 (2.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection - what does this mean

Enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection is caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or water containing the bacteria. the bacteria then invade the small intestine and cause inflammation, leading to symptoms such as severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever. in some cases, the infection may spread to the bloodstream, causing more serious complications.

What happens during the disease - enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection

Enteroinvasive escherichia coli (eiec) infection is caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or water that contains the eiec bacteria. the bacteria attach to the intestinal wall and invade the epithelial cells, causing inflammation and ulceration. this can lead to the release of toxins, which can cause severe abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. in some cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream, causing systemic symptoms such as headache, rash, and joint pain.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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14 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection - Prevention

Enteroinvasive escherichia coli infection can be prevented by proper hygiene, such as washing hands before and after eating, avoiding contact with contaminated food and water, and avoiding contact with people who have the infection. vaccines are also available to reduce the risk of infection.