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(A19.2) Acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
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39 572 in individuals diagnosis acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified confirmed
9 373 deaths with diagnosis acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
24% mortality rate associated with the disease acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
Diagnosis acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 42.75% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
6 146 (21.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
3 227 (28.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 15-19, 30-34, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-14, 20-29, 35-94
Disease Features acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified - what does this mean
Acute miliary tuberculosis is a type of tuberculosis that is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis. it is characterized by the presence of numerous tiny lesions in the lungs, which can spread to other organs and cause a variety of symptoms. it is usually acquired by inhalation of airborne droplets containing the bacteria, and can be treated with antibiotics.
What happens during the disease - acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified
Acute miliary tuberculosis is caused by the bacteria mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is spread through inhalation of infected droplets from the air. the bacteria then travel to the lungs and cause an infection, which can spread to other parts of the body. as the infection progresses, the bacteria form small nodules called miliary tubercles, which can eventually spread to other organs and cause serious damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam
- Chest X-Ray
- Sputum culture
- CT scan
- Blood tests (including complete blood count, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and liver function tests)
- Urine tests
- Bronchoscopy
- Tuberculin skin test
- Tissue biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and prevent further spread of the disease.
- Administering antibiotics to reduce symptoms and prevent further spread of the disease.
- Providing oxygen therapy to reduce respiratory distress.
- Providing nutrition and hydration to maintain overall health.
- Monitoring vital signs to ensure proper functioning of the body.
- Providing supportive care to reduce the severity of symptoms.
- Carrying out chest X-rays and other tests to monitor the progress of the disease.
- Encouraging the patient to rest and take breaks from physical activities.
- Educating the patient and family about the disease and its treatment.
- Referring the patient to a specialist for further evaluation and treatment.
80 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified - Prevention
Acute miliary tuberculosis, unspecified can be prevented by avoiding contact with people who have active tb, getting the tb vaccine, practicing good hygiene, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle with good nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep.