(J15.1) Pneumonia due to pseudomonas

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9 587 842 in individuals diagnosis pneumonia due to pseudomonas confirmed
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319 459 deaths with diagnosis pneumonia due to pseudomonas
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease pneumonia due to pseudomonas

Diagnosis pneumonia due to pseudomonas is diagnosed Men are 14.97% more likely than Women

5 511 393

Men receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to pseudomonas

157 307 (2.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to pseudomonas

162 152 (4.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease pneumonia due to pseudomonas - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features pneumonia due to pseudomonas

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Pneumonia due to pseudomonas - what does this mean

Pneumonia due to pseudomonas is an infection caused by the bacteria pseudomonas aeruginosa. it typically occurs when the bacteria enter the lungs through the airways and cause inflammation and fluid buildup in the lungs. symptoms may include fever, chills, cough, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. treatment usually involves antibiotics and supportive care.

What happens during the disease - pneumonia due to pseudomonas

Pneumonia due to pseudomonas is caused by the inhalation or aspiration of pseudomonas aeruginosa bacteria, which is a gram-negative, aerobic, rod-shaped bacterium. the bacteria colonize in the alveoli of the lungs and cause inflammation and tissue damage, resulting in symptoms such as fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and chest pain. the bacteria can also cause infection in the bloodstream, leading to sepsis.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Chest X-ray
  • Sputum Cultures
  • Blood Cultures
  • Pulse Oximetry
  • Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) Analysis
  • Complete Blood Count (CBC)
  • Serum Electrolyte Panel
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Tuberculin Skin Test

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main Goal: To treat Pneumonia due to Pseudomonas
  • Administer antibiotics to target Pseudomonas
  • Provide supportive care to manage symptoms
  • Monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation levels
  • Encourage rest and adequate nutrition
  • Provide supplemental oxygen if needed
  • Administer fluids and electrolytes
  • Monitor for signs of complications
  • Administer bronchodilators for bronchospasm
  • Provide pulmonary hygiene measures
  • Administer corticosteroids for severe inflammation
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20 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Pneumonia due to pseudomonas - Prevention

Pneumonia due to pseudomonas can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding close contact with people who are sick, and avoiding contact with contaminated surfaces. vaccines are also available to help protect against certain types of pneumonia caused by pseudomonas. additionally, it is important to get regular check-ups and screenings to ensure that any signs or symptoms of pneumonia are caught early and treated appropriately.

Specified forms of the disease

(B35.0) Tinea barbae and tinea capitis
(B35.1) Tinea unguium
(B35.2) Tinea manuum
(B35.3) Tinea pedis
(B35.4) Tinea corporis
(B35.5) Tinea imbricata
(B35.6) Tinea inguinalis [Tinea cruris]
(B35.8) Other dermatophytoses
(B35.9) Dermatophytosis, unspecified