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(B26.0+) Mumps orchitis
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131 201 in individuals diagnosis mumps orchitis confirmed
1 908 deaths with diagnosis mumps orchitis
2% mortality rate associated with the disease mumps orchitis
Diagnosis mumps orchitis is diagnosed Men are 52.82% more likely than Women
100 251
Men receive the diagnosis mumps orchitis
527 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis mumps orchitis
1 381 (4.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mumps orchitis - Men and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 80-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 70-79, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 50-54, 60-69, 90-94
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-49, 55-59, 70-89, 95+
Disease Features mumps orchitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mumps orchitis - what does this mean
Mumps orchitis is a complication of the mumps virus, and occurs when the virus infects the testicles. it is marked by swelling, pain, and tenderness of the testicles, and can lead to infertility if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - mumps orchitis
Mumps orchitis is an inflammatory condition of the testicles caused by a viral infection of the mumps virus. it occurs when the virus spreads from the saliva to the testicles, resulting in inflammation and swelling. symptoms can include fever, pain, and swelling of the testicles. if left untreated, it can lead to infertility in men. treatment includes rest, pain relief medication, and, in some cases, antibiotics.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the testicles and scrotum
- Blood tests to check for mumps antibodies
- Urine tests to check for infection
- Imaging tests such as ultrasound or MRI
- Biopsy of affected tissue (rarely needed)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce inflammation, reduce pain, and reduce the risk of complications.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of complications.
- Prescribe pain relief medication to reduce pain.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation.
- Monitor the patient's symptoms and adjust medication accordingly.
- Provide the patient with information about the disease and its potential complications.
- Encourage the patient to rest and avoid strenuous activity.
- Provide the patient with instructions on proper hygiene.
- Provide the patient with instructions for proper nutrition.
- Refer the patient to a specialist if necessary.
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mumps orchitis - Prevention
Mumps orchitis can be prevented by getting the mmr (measles, mumps, and rubella) vaccine, which is recommended for all children and adults who have not already been vaccinated. additionally, those who have been in contact with someone with mumps should be vaccinated as soon as possible to prevent infection.