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(A54.3) Gonococcal infection of eye
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47 099 in individuals diagnosis gonococcal infection of eye confirmed
2 004 deaths with diagnosis gonococcal infection of eye
4% mortality rate associated with the disease gonococcal infection of eye
Diagnosis gonococcal infection of eye is diagnosed Men are 13.97% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis gonococcal infection of eye
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis gonococcal infection of eye
2 004 (9.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease gonococcal infection of eye - Men and Women aged 20-24
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-69, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 70-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-14, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-59
Disease Features gonococcal infection of eye
Absence or low individual and public risk
Gonococcal infection of eye - what does this mean
Gonococcal infection of the eye occurs when the sexually transmitted bacteria neisseria gonorrhoeae enters the eye, usually through direct contact with infected secretions or contact with contaminated objects. it can cause inflammation of the conjunctiva, eyelids, and cornea and can lead to vision impairment if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - gonococcal infection of eye
Gonococcal infection of the eye is caused by the bacteria neisseria gonorrhoeae, which is spread through contact with infected body fluids. the bacteria can enter the eye through direct or indirect contact with infected secretions, or through contact with contaminated objects. once in the eye, the bacteria can cause inflammation of the conjunctiva, leading to symptoms such as redness, discharge, and eye pain. in severe cases, the infection can spread to the cornea and cause permanent vision loss.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Gonococcal infection of eye - Prevention
Gonococcal infection of the eye can be prevented by avoiding contact with infected individuals, washing hands regularly, and avoiding touching the eyes with unwashed hands. wearing protective eyewear and avoiding sharing eye makeup and contact lenses may also help reduce the risk of infection.