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(A18.4) Tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
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193 125 in individuals diagnosis tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue confirmed
5 446 deaths with diagnosis tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
3% mortality rate associated with the disease tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Diagnosis tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue is diagnosed Women are 2.90% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
2 919 (3.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
2 527 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue - what does this mean
Tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue is caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which is spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks. the bacteria can then enter the body through the skin, where it can cause inflammation and an infection. the infection can cause redness, swelling, and pain in the area of the skin affected.
What happens during the disease - tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Tuberculosis of the skin and subcutaneous tissue is caused by the mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, which is spread through airborne droplets. once in the body, the bacteria can enter the skin and subcutaneous tissue through tiny breaks or cuts, leading to an infection. the infection leads to the formation of small, firm, raised nodules on the skin that may eventually ulcerate or form abscesses. if left untreated, the infection can spread to other organs and systems of the body.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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63 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue - Prevention
The best way to prevent tuberculosis of skin and subcutaneous tissue is to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, and avoid contact with those who have the disease. it is also important to get regular check-ups and medical screenings to detect the disease early so that it can be treated quickly and effectively.