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(A42.0) Pulmonary actinomycosis
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22 533 in individuals diagnosis pulmonary actinomycosis confirmed
4 357 deaths with diagnosis pulmonary actinomycosis
19% mortality rate associated with the disease pulmonary actinomycosis
Diagnosis pulmonary actinomycosis is diagnosed Women are 27.66% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis pulmonary actinomycosis
1 685 (20.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pulmonary actinomycosis
2 672 (18.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pulmonary actinomycosis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 40-44
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 20-79, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-19, 80-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-89
Disease Features pulmonary actinomycosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pulmonary actinomycosis - what does this mean
Pulmonary actinomycosis is an infection of the lungs caused by the bacteria actinomyces, which is found in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract. it usually occurs when the bacteria enter the lungs through inhalation or aspiration of saliva or other material containing the bacteria. symptoms may include chest pain, fever, coughing, and difficulty breathing. treatment typically involves antibiotics.
What happens during the disease - pulmonary actinomycosis
Pulmonary actinomycosis is caused by a bacterial infection of the lungs, often due to the bacteria actinomyces. it is believed that the bacteria enter the lungs through aspiration of contaminated material or through the bloodstream. in the lungs, the bacteria can form abscesses and cause inflammation or infection of the surrounding tissues. this can lead to a range of symptoms such as chest pain, coughing up blood, fever, and difficulty breathing. treatment is usually with antibiotics, and surgical removal of the infected tissue may be necessary.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- CT scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Sputum culture
- Serum antibody tests
- Lung biopsy
- Blood tests to measure levels of white blood cells
- Blood cultures to detect the presence of bacteria
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Pulmonary Actinomycosis
- Prescribe antibiotics for long-term treatment
- Perform chest X-rays to monitor progress
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications
- Perform bronchoscopy to obtain a sample of the infected tissue
- Perform a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
- Perform a thoracotomy to remove the infected tissue
- Administer oxygen therapy to improve breathing
- Provide supportive care to reduce symptoms
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pulmonary actinomycosis - Prevention
The best way to prevent pulmonary actinomycosis is to practice good oral hygiene, including brushing teeth twice a day, flossing, and regular dental checkups. additionally, avoiding smoking and exposure to dust and other airborne particles can help reduce the risk of this disease.