(A85.8) Other specified viral encephalitis

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26 866 in individuals diagnosis other specified viral encephalitis confirmed
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4 003 deaths with diagnosis other specified viral encephalitis
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15% mortality rate associated with the disease other specified viral encephalitis

Diagnosis other specified viral encephalitis is diagnosed Men are 21.35% more likely than Women

16 301

Men receive the diagnosis other specified viral encephalitis

1 044 (6.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other specified viral encephalitis

2 959 (28.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other specified viral encephalitis - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 10-14

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89

Disease Features other specified viral encephalitis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other specified viral encephalitis - what does this mean

Other specified viral encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain caused by a virus. symptoms can include headaches, fever, confusion, seizures, and changes in behavior. treatment includes antiviral medications and supportive care.

What happens during the disease - other specified viral encephalitis

Other specified viral encephalitis is an inflammation of the brain caused by a virus. it is usually caused by a virus such as measles, mumps, or herpes simplex. symptoms can include fever, headache, confusion, seizures, and changes in behavior. treatment typically involves antiviral medications and supportive care.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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21 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other specified viral encephalitis - Prevention

Other specified viral encephalitis can be prevented through proper hygiene and sanitation, vaccination against viral illnesses, and avoiding contact with people who are infected. additionally, it is important to practice safe sex, as some forms of encephalitis can be sexually transmitted.