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(B48.2) Allescheriasis
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5 759 in individuals diagnosis allescheriasis confirmed
4 438 deaths with diagnosis allescheriasis
77% mortality rate associated with the disease allescheriasis
Diagnosis allescheriasis is diagnosed Men are 2.66% more likely than Women
2 956
Men receive the diagnosis allescheriasis
1 801 (60.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis allescheriasis
2 637 (94.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease allescheriasis - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14, 20-24, 40-59, 65-69, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 15-19, 25-39, 60-64, 70-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-44, 50-59, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 45-49, 60-79
Disease Features allescheriasis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Allescheriasis - what does this mean
Allescheriasis is a rare fungal infection caused by the fungus allescheria boydii. it is contracted through the inhalation of spores from soil or bird droppings, and can cause a wide range of symptoms including fever, cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath. in some cases, the infection can spread to other organs and cause more serious complications.
What happens during the disease - allescheriasis
Allescheriasis is a rare, chronic, infectious disease caused by the bacterium allescheria boydii. it is most commonly acquired by inhalation of contaminated dust, which can cause the bacteria to colonize the lungs and other organs, leading to a pulmonary infection. it can also spread to other organs, such as the brain, eyes, and skin, leading to a variety of symptoms, including fever, cough, chest pain, and shortness of breath. in severe cases, the infection can spread to the bloodstream, leading to sepsis and death. treatment is usually with antibiotics, although surgery may be required in some cases.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Stool sample tests
- X-rays
- CT scan
- Ultrasound
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of Allescheriasis and prevent further spread of the disease.
- Administering antibiotics to reduce the severity of the infection
- Prescribing topical medications to reduce inflammation
- Prescribing oral medications to reduce inflammation
- Monitoring for signs of infection and taking appropriate action
- Educating patients about the importance of proper hygiene and prevention of the disease
- Encouraging regular exercise and a healthy diet
- Providing emotional support to patients and their families
- Referring patients to specialists for further treatment, if necessary
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Allescheriasis - Prevention
Allescheriasis can be prevented by taking measures to reduce contact with contaminated water, avoiding contact with infected animals, and practicing good personal hygiene. additionally, it is important to practice proper sanitation and water treatment techniques, such as boiling water before drinking it. vaccines are also available to protect against some forms of allescheriasis.