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(A18.7+) Tuberculosis of adrenal glands
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193 125 in individuals diagnosis tuberculosis of adrenal glands confirmed
5 446 deaths with diagnosis tuberculosis of adrenal glands
3% mortality rate associated with the disease tuberculosis of adrenal glands
Diagnosis tuberculosis of adrenal glands is diagnosed Women are 2.90% more likely than Men
93 767
Men receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of adrenal glands
2 919 (3.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis tuberculosis of adrenal glands
2 527 (2.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease tuberculosis of adrenal glands - 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 adrenal glands
Absence or low individual and public risk
Tuberculosis of adrenal glands - what does this mean
Tuberculosis of the adrenal glands is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis, which infects the adrenal glands and causes inflammation and scarring. symptoms of this condition can include abdominal pain, fever, weight loss, fatigue, and irregular menstrual cycles in women. treatment usually involves a combination of antibiotics, rest, and supportive care.
What happens during the disease - tuberculosis of adrenal glands
Tuberculosis of the adrenal glands is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. the bacteria can then enter the body through the respiratory tract and travel to the adrenal glands, where it can cause inflammation and tissue damage. this can lead to a variety of symptoms, including fever, weight loss, fatigue, and abdominal pain. treatment typically involves a combination of medications and lifestyle changes.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the symptoms of tuberculosis of the adrenal glands and to prevent the disease from progressing.
- Administering anti-tuberculosis drugs
- Prescribing corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Providing nutritional support
- Monitoring the patient's vital signs
- Performing imaging studies to monitor the progression of the disease
- Performing regular physical examinations
- Providing emotional support to the patient
- Referring the patient to a specialist for further evaluation
- Educating the patient about the disease and its treatment
63 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Tuberculosis of adrenal glands - Prevention
The best way to prevent tuberculosis of the adrenal glands is to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, get regular checkups, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. additionally, avoiding contact with people who have active tb, avoiding smoking, and maintaining a healthy weight can help reduce the risk of developing tb of the adrenal glands.