(A04.8) Other specified bacterial intestinal infections

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4 161 936 in individuals diagnosis other specified bacterial intestinal infections confirmed
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100 500 deaths with diagnosis other specified bacterial intestinal infections
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease other specified bacterial intestinal infections

Diagnosis other specified bacterial intestinal infections is diagnosed Women are 7.49% more likely than Men

1 925 198

Men receive the diagnosis other specified bacterial intestinal infections

42 720 (2.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other specified bacterial intestinal infections

57 780 (2.6 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease other specified bacterial intestinal infections - 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 other specified bacterial intestinal infections

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other specified bacterial intestinal infections - what does this mean

Other specified bacterial intestinal infections are caused by the ingestion of food or water contaminated with bacteria, such as e. coli, salmonella, and campylobacter. symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. treatment usually involves antibiotics and supportive care.

What happens during the disease - other specified bacterial intestinal infections

Other specified bacterial intestinal infections are caused by the presence of bacterial pathogens in the gastrointestinal tract. these pathogens may enter the body through contaminated food or water or via contact with an infected person. the bacteria can also be spread through saliva, vomit, and fecal matter. once inside the body, the bacteria multiply and cause inflammation and damage to the lining of the intestine, leading to symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, fever, and weight loss.

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

Other specified bacterial intestinal infections - Prevention

The best way to prevent other specified bacterial intestinal infections is to practice good hygiene, including washing hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after handling food, after using the restroom, and after contact with animals; avoiding contact with people who are ill; and avoiding contaminated food and water. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, as well as regular checkups with a healthcare provider.