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(B08.5) Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis
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550 532 in individuals diagnosis enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis confirmed
Diagnosis enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis is diagnosed Men are 5.78% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-74, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 75-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-89
Disease Features enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis - what does this mean
Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis is an infectious disease caused by a virus that affects the throat and tonsils, resulting in the development of vesicles or small blisters on the mucous membranes of the throat. this is usually accompanied by fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph nodes.
What happens during the disease - enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis
Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis is caused by an infection of the throat and mouth with enteroviruses, such as coxsackievirus a16 and enterovirus 71. these viruses enter the body through contact with contaminated surfaces or through direct contact with an infected person. the virus then replicates in the throat and mouth, leading to inflammation and the formation of vesicles, which are small, fluid-filled blisters. symptoms of the infection include sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and painful swallowing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the throat and tonsils
- Swab test of the throat
- Blood test
- Stool test
- Urine test
- Chest X-ray
- CT scan
- MRI
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce symptoms and prevent complications from Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis.
- Prescribe antiviral medications like acyclovir or valacyclovir.
- Prescribe analgesics such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen to reduce pain.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary bacterial infection.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications such as corticosteroids.
- Advise the patient to drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Advise the patient to rest and avoid strenuous activities.
- Advise the patient to gargle with salt water to reduce throat pain.
- Advise the patient to avoid smoking and other irritants.
- Advise the patient to avoid contact with people who have the virus.
- Monitor the patient regularly to check for any complications.
6 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis - Prevention
Enteroviral vesicular pharyngitis can be prevented by practicing good hygiene such as washing hands regularly, avoiding close contact with infected individuals, and avoiding sharing of food and drinks. vaccination is also available for some types of enteroviruses.