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(B39.1) Chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati
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2 873 in individuals diagnosis chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati confirmed
Diagnosis chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati is diagnosed Men are 25.79% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati
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Risk Group for the Disease chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati - Men aged 0 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 15-19, 55-59, 65-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-54, 60-64, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-39, 45-54, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-14, 40-44, 55-59
Disease Features chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati
Absence or low individual and public risk
Chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati - what does this mean
Chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati is an infection caused by the fungus histoplasma capsulatum. it usually occurs when people inhale fungal spores from the environment, particularly in areas where soil is contaminated with bird or bat droppings. symptoms typically include cough, fever, chest pain, and shortness of breath. in severe cases, the infection can spread to other organs, causing organ damage.
What happens during the disease - chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati
Chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati is caused by the inhalation of the histoplasma capsulatum fungus, which can be found in soil that has been contaminated with bird or bat droppings. the inhalation of the fungus leads to an infection of the lungs, where the fungus grows and multiplies, causing inflammation and the destruction of the lung tissue. the body's immune system then tries to fight the infection, resulting in the production of scar tissue in the lungs, which can lead to the obstruction of airways and difficulty breathing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- Sputum Culture
- Blood Tests
- CT Scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Urine Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Chronic Pulmonary Histoplasmosis Capsulati
- Prescribe antifungal medications such as itraconazole or ketoconazole
- Monitor the patient's condition and adjust medications as needed
- Provide education to patient about the disease and its treatment
- Perform chest X-rays and other imaging tests to monitor the progression of the disease
- Recommend lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and eating a healthy diet
- Refer patient to a pulmonologist for specialized care
- Administer oxygen therapy as needed
- Administer corticosteroid medications to reduce inflammation
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati - Prevention
The best way to prevent chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis capsulati is to avoid contact with contaminated soil, bird or bat droppings, and dust from old buildings. taking preventive measures such as wearing a face mask, using a hepa filter, and avoiding contact with contaminated soil can help reduce the risk of contracting this disease.