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(B42.0+) Pulmonary sporotrichosis
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972 in individuals diagnosis pulmonary sporotrichosis confirmed
Diagnosis pulmonary sporotrichosis is diagnosed Men are 35.39% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis pulmonary sporotrichosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pulmonary sporotrichosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pulmonary sporotrichosis - Men aged 20-24 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 55-59
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-54, 60-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 75-79
Disease Features pulmonary sporotrichosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pulmonary sporotrichosis - what does this mean
Pulmonary sporotrichosis is a fungal infection of the lungs caused by the organism sporothrix schenckii. it is usually acquired through inhalation of the fungal spores from the environment or via direct contact with infected animals or plants. in some cases, the infection can spread to other organs, such as the skin or lymph nodes.
What happens during the disease - pulmonary sporotrichosis
Pulmonary sporotrichosis is an infection caused by the fungus sporothrix schenckii, which is usually acquired through contact with soil, plants, or animal tissue. the fungus enters the body through small cuts or abrasions in the skin, and can spread to the lungs, causing inflammation and the formation of nodules. these nodules can break open and release spores into the air, allowing the fungus to spread to other parts of the body. in the lungs, the fungus can cause symptoms such as coughing, chest pain, and shortness of breath.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of affected area
- X-ray to identify lung lesions
- CT scan to check for presence of lesions
- Sputum culture to check for presence of the fungus
- Bronchoscopy to check for presence of lesions in the airways
- Skin biopsy of affected area to check for presence of the fungus
- Blood tests to check for presence of antibodies
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the Treatment: To reduce the severity of the symptoms and eradicate the infection.
- Administering antifungal medications
- Prescribing antibiotics
- Providing supportive care
- Managing fever and other symptoms
- Monitoring the patient's response to treatment
- Performing regular follow-up visits
- Providing education about the disease
- Recommending lifestyle changes to reduce the risk of recurrence
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pulmonary sporotrichosis - Prevention
Pulmonary sporotrichosis can be prevented by avoiding contact with soil, plants, and animals that may be contaminated with the fungus, wearing protective gloves while gardening, and avoiding inhalation of dust from contaminated areas.