DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(A36.9) Diphtheria, unspecified
More details coming soon
3 651 in individuals diagnosis diphtheria, unspecified confirmed
6 705 deaths with diagnosis diphtheria, unspecified
184% mortality rate associated with the disease diphtheria, unspecified
Diagnosis diphtheria, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 61.38% more likely than Women
2 946
Men receive the diagnosis diphtheria, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
705
Women receive the diagnosis diphtheria, unspecified
6 705 (951.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease diphtheria, unspecified - 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 diphtheria, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Diphtheria, unspecified - what does this mean
Diphtheria is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria corynebacterium diphtheriae. it is spread through contact with respiratory secretions from an infected person, such as coughing or sneezing. symptoms can include sore throat, fever, swollen glands, and difficulty breathing. complications can include heart and nerve damage, and in severe cases, death. early diagnosis and treatment with antibiotics can help to reduce the severity of symptoms and prevent complications.
What happens during the disease - diphtheria, unspecified
Diphtheria is an infectious disease caused by the toxin-producing bacterium corynebacterium diphtheriae. it is spread through contact with an infected person’s respiratory secretions, such as coughing or sneezing. the bacteria produce a toxin that can damage the heart, kidneys, and other organs, and can cause a thick covering in the throat. symptoms can include sore throat, fever, swollen glands, and difficulty swallowing. if left untreated, the disease can be fatal.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
More details coming soon
Treatment and Medical Assistance
More details coming soon
46 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Diphtheria, unspecified - Prevention
Diphtheria, unspecified, can be prevented by immunizing children and adults with the diphtheria toxoid vaccine. it is important to keep up with booster shots to maintain immunity. additionally, good personal hygiene and avoiding contact with people who have the disease can help reduce the risk of infection.