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(A36.8) Other diphtheria
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3 651 in individuals diagnosis other diphtheria confirmed
6 705 deaths with diagnosis other diphtheria
184% mortality rate associated with the disease other diphtheria
Diagnosis other diphtheria is diagnosed Men are 61.38% more likely than Women
2 946
Men receive the diagnosis other diphtheria
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other diphtheria
6 705 (951.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other 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 other diphtheria
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other diphtheria - what does this mean
Other diphtheria is caused by a variety of bacteria, including corynebacterium ulcerans and corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis. these bacteria produce toxins that can cause inflammation and infection in the throat and upper respiratory tract, leading to fever, sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and a thick, gray-white coating on the back of the throat.
What happens during the disease - other diphtheria
Other diphtheria is a rare form of diphtheria caused by a toxin produced by corynebacterium ulcerans, which is closely related to the bacteria that cause classical diphtheria. the toxin produced by c. ulcerans causes local tissue damage and systemic symptoms, including fever, malaise, and myalgia. in severe cases, the toxin can cause severe respiratory problems, including difficulty breathing, hoarseness, and stridor. the infection is spread through contact with infected secretions, and can be treated with antibiotics.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Review a patient's medical history and symptoms.
- Perform a physical examination.
- Order a throat culture.
- Request laboratory tests, such as a complete blood count and electrolyte panel.
- Order a chest X-ray.
- Order an electrocardiogram.
- Order a laryngoscopy.
- Perform a throat swab.
- Perform a nasal swab.
- Perform a skin test.
- Perform a urine test.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Other Diphtheria
- Administer antibiotics to reduce the spread of infection
- Monitor the patient's temperature, pulse, and respirations
- Provide supportive care, such as oxygen therapy, to maintain adequate oxygen levels
- Administer immunoglobulin to reduce the risk of complications
- Perform laboratory tests to monitor the progression of the disease
- Provide nutrition and hydration to prevent dehydration
- Provide respiratory support, such as intubation, if necessary
- Provide emotional support to the patient and family
46 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other diphtheria - Prevention
To prevent other diphtheria, individuals should receive the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis (dtap) vaccine series at the appropriate age, practice good hygiene by washing hands regularly, avoid contact with people who are ill, and practice good respiratory etiquette, such as covering coughs and sneezes.