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(B00.1) Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
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438 086 in individuals diagnosis herpesviral vesicular dermatitis confirmed
12 841 deaths with diagnosis herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
3% mortality rate associated with the disease herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
Diagnosis herpesviral vesicular dermatitis is diagnosed Men are 0.17% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
6 040 (2.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
6 801 (3.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease herpesviral vesicular dermatitis - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis - what does this mean
Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis is a viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. it is characterized by the formation of vesicles and blisters on the skin, which can be itchy and painful. these can occur anywhere on the body, but are most common on the face, neck, and hands.
What happens during the disease - herpesviral vesicular dermatitis
Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis is caused by the herpes simplex virus (hsv-1 or hsv-2) that enters the body through the skin or mucous membranes, causing infection and inflammation. the virus replicates in the epidermal layers, producing vesicles that spread and cause the characteristic rash. the rash is usually itchy and painful, and can appear anywhere on the body, but is most commonly found on the face, neck, and trunk.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected area
- Culturing of the lesion
- Tzanck smear test
- Biopsies of the affected area
- Blood tests to detect antibodies
- Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the symptoms of Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis and prevent its recurrence.
- Prescribe antiviral medication
- Clean and dry the affected area
- Apply cold compress to reduce swelling and itching
- Prescribe topical corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe topical anesthetics to relieve pain
- Prescribe topical antibiotics to prevent secondary infections
- Prescribe oral antibiotics to treat secondary infections
- Advise patient to avoid scratching or touching the affected area
- Advise patient to wear loose-fitting clothes
- Advise patient to maintain good hygiene
- Advise patient to get adequate rest
- Advise patient to drink plenty of fluids
12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis - Prevention
Herpesviral vesicular dermatitis can be prevented through regular hand-washing, avoiding contact with people who have the virus, and using condoms during sexual contact. vaccines may also be available for certain types of herpesviral dermatitis.