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(B45.0) Pulmonary cryptococcosis
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2 731 in individuals diagnosis pulmonary cryptococcosis confirmed
2 578 deaths with diagnosis pulmonary cryptococcosis
94% mortality rate associated with the disease pulmonary cryptococcosis
Diagnosis pulmonary cryptococcosis is diagnosed Men are 44.20% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis pulmonary cryptococcosis
1 529 (77.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pulmonary cryptococcosis
1 049 (137.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pulmonary cryptococcosis - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-34, 40-44, 50-54, 60-64, 75-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24, 35-39, 45-49, 55-59, 65-74, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-29, 35-54, 60-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 30-34, 55-59
Disease Features pulmonary cryptococcosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pulmonary cryptococcosis - what does this mean
Pulmonary cryptococcosis is caused by inhalation of airborne particles of the cryptococcus fungus, which can cause an infection in the lungs. symptoms may include a dry cough, fever, chest pain, and difficulty breathing. treatment typically involves antifungal medications and supportive care.
What happens during the disease - pulmonary cryptococcosis
Pulmonary cryptococcosis is a fungal infection caused by the inhalation of cryptococcus neoformans spores. the spores enter the lungs and can cause inflammation, leading to a range of symptoms such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, coughing, and fever. as the infection progresses, the fungus can spread to other parts of the body, such as the brain, and can cause serious complications. treatment typically involves antifungal medications and supportive care.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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25 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pulmonary cryptococcosis - Prevention
Pulmonary cryptococcosis can be prevented by avoiding contact with bird droppings, particularly from pigeons, and by wearing protective masks when working in areas where birds are present. additionally, regular cleaning of any areas where birds may be present can help reduce the risk of infection. finally, prompt diagnosis and treatment of any underlying immunodeficiency conditions can help reduce the risk of developing pulmonary cryptococcosis.