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(A83.2) Eastern equine encephalitis
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10 229 in individuals diagnosis eastern equine encephalitis confirmed
2 277 deaths with diagnosis eastern equine encephalitis
22% mortality rate associated with the disease eastern equine encephalitis
Diagnosis eastern equine encephalitis is diagnosed Men are 30.39% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis eastern equine encephalitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis eastern equine encephalitis
2 277 (64.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease eastern equine encephalitis - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-39, 45-54, 60-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24, 40-44, 55-59, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 30-39, 45-49, 65-69, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-29, 40-44, 50-64, 70-74
Disease Features eastern equine encephalitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Eastern equine encephalitis - what does this mean
Eastern equine encephalitis is a rare but serious disease caused by a virus that is spread by infected mosquitoes. it can cause inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), resulting in seizures, coma, and even death.
What happens during the disease - eastern equine encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis (eee) is caused by a virus in the family togaviridae. the virus is transmitted to humans by infected mosquitoes, which become infected when they feed on infected birds. once inside the human body, the virus replicates in the bloodstream and can spread to the central nervous system, causing encephalitis. this can lead to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord, leading to a range of neurological symptoms, including seizures, confusion, coma, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Eastern equine encephalitis - Prevention
Eastern equine encephalitis can be prevented by avoiding mosquito bites and eliminating standing water around the home that can serve as breeding grounds for mosquitoes. other preventative measures include wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants, using insect repellent, and ensuring window and door screens are properly installed and maintained.