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(A26.9) Erysipeloid, unspecified
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26 001 in individuals diagnosis erysipeloid, unspecified confirmed
6 449 deaths with diagnosis erysipeloid, unspecified
25% mortality rate associated with the disease erysipeloid, unspecified
Diagnosis erysipeloid, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 17.23% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis erysipeloid, unspecified
2 239 (20.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis erysipeloid, unspecified
4 210 (27.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease erysipeloid, unspecified - Men aged 80-84 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 25-49, 55-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-24, 50-54, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-39, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 40-94
Disease Features erysipeloid, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Erysipeloid, unspecified - what does this mean
Erysipeloid is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae. it is typically contracted through contact with an infected animal or contaminated material, and can cause skin lesions and fever. it is most common in people who work with animals, such as farmers, fishermen, and veterinarians.
What happens during the disease - erysipeloid, unspecified
Erysipeloid is an infection caused by the bacteria erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae, which is most commonly transmitted through contact with infected animals, including fish, poultry, and swine. the bacteria can also be transmitted through contact with contaminated water or soil, or through contact with infected humans. once the bacteria enters the body, it can cause an infection of the skin, which results in a raised, red lesion. in some cases, the infection can spread to other parts of the body, such as the lymph nodes, causing more severe symptoms. treatment typically involves antibiotics to eliminate the bacteria and reduce the severity of the infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Erysipeloid, unspecified - Prevention
Erysipeloid, unspecified is best prevented by practicing good hygiene, avoiding contact with infected individuals, and wearing protective clothing and gloves when handling contaminated materials. vaccination is not available for this disease.