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(A36.3) Cutaneous diphtheria
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3 651 in individuals diagnosis cutaneous diphtheria confirmed
6 705 deaths with diagnosis cutaneous diphtheria
184% mortality rate associated with the disease cutaneous diphtheria
Diagnosis cutaneous diphtheria is diagnosed Men are 61.38% more likely than Women
2 946
Men receive the diagnosis cutaneous diphtheria
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cutaneous diphtheria
6 705 (951.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cutaneous diphtheria - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-34, 60-64, 70-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 25-29, 35-59, 65-69, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-59, 65-69, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 60-64, 70-74
Disease Features cutaneous diphtheria
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cutaneous diphtheria - what does this mean
Cutaneous diphtheria is a rare form of diphtheria that occurs when the bacteria that cause diphtheria infect the skin. it is usually spread through direct contact with the infected person or through contact with items that have been contaminated with the bacteria. symptoms include skin lesions, fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes. treatment includes antibiotics and supportive care.
What happens during the disease - cutaneous diphtheria
Cutaneous diphtheria is an infection caused by the bacterium corynebacterium diphtheriae, which typically enters the body through breaks in the skin. the bacteria produce a toxin that causes inflammation and thickening of the skin, leading to the formation of a gray-colored, adherent membrane. this membrane can interfere with normal respiration and can lead to systemic infection if not treated.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Clinical examination of the skin
- Microscopic examination of skin scrapings
- Culture of skin scrapings
- Serological tests
- Toxin assay
- PCR
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of complications and spread of the disease.
- Administering antibiotics to treat the infection
- Prescribing topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Cleaning the affected area to reduce the risk of secondary bacterial infection
- Encouraging good hygiene habits
- Providing wound care to reduce the risk of infection
- Prescribing antiviral medications to reduce the risk of complications
- Monitoring for any signs of complications
- Providing patient education on the disease and its treatment
46 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cutaneous diphtheria - Prevention
Cutaneous diphtheria can be prevented by getting vaccinated for diphtheria and by practicing good hygiene, including regular handwashing and avoiding contact with people who are infected.