(B05.8) Measles with other complications

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10 405 in individuals diagnosis measles with other complications confirmed
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4 543 deaths with diagnosis measles with other complications
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44% mortality rate associated with the disease measles with other complications

Diagnosis measles with other complications is diagnosed Men are 24.07% more likely than Women

6 455

Men receive the diagnosis measles with other complications

2 681 (41.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis measles with other complications

1 862 (47.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease measles with other complications - Men aged 35-39 and Women aged 30-34

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-39, 45-49, 55-59, 65-69, 80-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 40-44, 50-54, 60-64, 70-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 15-19, 40-44, 50-64, 70-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14, 20-39, 45-49, 65-69

Disease Features measles with other complications

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Measles with other complications - what does this mean

Measles is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the paramyxovirus. it is spread through direct contact with an infected person or through the air from coughing and sneezing. complications from measles can include pneumonia, ear infections, encephalitis, and even death. it is important to seek medical attention if you or your child experience any of the symptoms associated with measles, as it can be a serious illness.

What happens during the disease - measles with other complications

Measles is an infectious disease caused by the measles virus, which is a member of the paramyxoviridae family. the virus is spread through contact with droplets from an infected person's cough or sneeze, and can cause a range of complications, including pneumonia, encephalitis, and even death. the virus enters the body through the respiratory tract, replicates in the lymph nodes, and then spreads throughout the body, causing fever, cough, red eyes, and a rash. complications can arise due to the immune system's reaction to the virus, which can cause inflammation of the lungs, brain, and other organs.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Measles with other complications - Prevention

Measles prevention is best achieved through vaccination with the measles, mumps, and rubella (mmr) vaccine. it is recommended that all children receive two doses of the mmr vaccine, with the first dose being given at 12-15 months of age and the second dose at 4-6 years of age. vaccination is also recommended for adults born after 1957 who have not previously been vaccinated or who have not had measles disease. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, to reduce the spread of the virus.