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(A16.5) Tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
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971 947 in individuals diagnosis tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation confirmed
49 366 deaths with diagnosis tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
5% mortality rate associated with the disease tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
Diagnosis tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation is diagnosed Men are 34.82% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
34 253 (5.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
15 113 (4.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation - Men aged 50-54 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation - what does this mean
Tuberculous pleurisy is a form of tuberculosis that affects the pleura, the thin membrane that covers the lungs and lines the inside of the chest cavity. it is caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which can enter the body through the respiratory system and cause inflammation of the pleura. symptoms of tuberculous pleurisy include chest pain, fever, chills, and shortness of breath. treatment typically involves a combination of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
What happens during the disease - tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation
Tuberculous pleurisy is a form of pleurisy caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria. the bacteria typically enter the body through the respiratory tract, where they can spread through the bloodstream and lymphatic system to the pleura, the membrane that lines the chest cavity and surrounds the lungs. the bacteria then cause an inflammatory reaction in the pleura, resulting in the accumulation of fluid in the pleural space, chest pain, and difficulty breathing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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72 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tuberculous pleurisy, without mention of bacteriological or histological confirmation - Prevention
Tuberculous pleurisy can be prevented by practicing good hygiene habits such as regular handwashing, avoiding contact with people who have active tb, and getting vaccinated against tb. additionally, it is important to get regular check-ups with a healthcare provider and to follow any prescribed treatments for latent tb infection.