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(A85.2) Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
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26 866 in individuals diagnosis arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified confirmed
4 003 deaths with diagnosis arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
15% mortality rate associated with the disease arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
Diagnosis arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 21.35% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
1 044 (6.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
2 959 (28.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified - what does this mean
Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified is an infection caused by a virus that is transmitted to humans through the bite of certain types of insects, such as mosquitoes, ticks, or other arthropods. the virus can cause inflammation of the brain and other parts of the central nervous system, leading to a range of symptoms including headache, fever, confusion, seizures, and coma.
What happens during the disease - arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified
Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis is an infectious disease caused by a group of viruses that are transmitted to humans by the bite of an infected arthropod, such as a mosquito, tick, or mite. the virus is then able to invade the central nervous system, where it causes inflammation of the brain and spinal cord, leading to a range of neurological symptoms, including fever, headache, confusion, seizures, and coma. in some cases, the infection can be fatal.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to identify any symptoms
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to the virus
- Lumbar puncture to assess the cerebrospinal fluid
- Brain imaging tests such as CT or MRI scans
- Electroencephalogram (EEG) to measure the electrical activity of the brain
- Neuropsychological tests to assess cognitive and motor skills
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the severity and duration of symptoms and prevent further complications from Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified.
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation in the brain.
- Provide supportive care to reduce fever, headache, and other symptoms.
- Provide oxygen therapy to increase oxygen levels in the brain.
- Administer antiviral medications to reduce the severity of the infection.
- Provide physical and occupational therapy to improve motor skills and physical function.
- Provide nutritional support to ensure adequate nutrition and hydration.
- Provide psychological support to help the patient cope with the disease.
- Educate the patient and family about the disease and its treatment.
- Monitor the patient's condition and adjust treatment as needed.
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Arthropod-borne viral encephalitis, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent arthropod-borne viral encephalitis is to reduce exposure to the insects that transmit the virus by avoiding outdoor activities at dusk and dawn, wearing long-sleeved clothing, using insect repellent, and eliminating sources of standing water where mosquitoes may breed. vaccination is also available for certain types of arthropod-borne viral encephalitis.