(A08.4) Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

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11 852 054 in individuals diagnosis viral intestinal infection, unspecified confirmed
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16 631 deaths with diagnosis viral intestinal infection, unspecified

Diagnosis viral intestinal infection, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 3.11% more likely than Women

6 110 579

Men receive the diagnosis viral intestinal infection, unspecified

5 952 (less than 0.1%)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis viral intestinal infection, unspecified

10 679 (0.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease viral intestinal infection, unspecified - Men and Women aged 0-5

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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 viral intestinal infection, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Viral intestinal infection, unspecified - what does this mean

Viral intestinal infections are caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or water that contain viruses. these viruses can cause inflammation of the intestines, resulting in symptoms such as abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. in some cases, a fever may also be present.

What happens during the disease - viral intestinal infection, unspecified

Viral intestinal infection is caused by the ingestion of contaminated food or water that contains a virus, such as norovirus, rotavirus, adenovirus, or astrovirus. the virus then multiplies within the gastrointestinal tract, leading to inflammation and symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. if left untreated, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances can occur.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Viral intestinal infection, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent viral intestinal infection, unspecified is to practice good hygiene, including washing hands with soap and water after using the restroom, before and after preparing meals, and after coming into contact with animals or other people. additionally, it is important to avoid contact with contaminated food or water, and to cook food thoroughly before eating it. vaccination is also available for some types of intestinal virus infections.