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(B85.4) Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
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19 334 in individuals diagnosis mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis confirmed
1 345 deaths with diagnosis mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
7% mortality rate associated with the disease mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
Diagnosis mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis is diagnosed Men are 3.20% more likely than Women
9 976
Men receive the diagnosis mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
1 345 (14.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 30-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-29, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 15-19, 40-44, 60-64, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-39, 45-59, 65-74
Disease Features mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis - what does this mean
Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis is a condition caused by an infestation of both head lice (pediculosis) and body lice (phthiriasis). it is caused by the lice feeding on the skin of the host, which can lead to an itchy rash and secondary infections. in severe cases, it can cause anemia, and in some cases, can be fatal.
What happens during the disease - mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis
Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis is a condition caused by the simultaneous infestation of both lice and mites. the lice, typically pediculus humanus capitis, are spread through direct contact with an infected person or contact with contaminated items such as hats, combs, and bedding. the mites, typically sarcoptes scabiei, are spread through close body contact with an infected person. both types of parasites feed on the blood of their human hosts, causing itching, skin irritation, and secondary bacterial infections.
Clinical Pattern
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis - Prevention
Mixed pediculosis and phthiriasis can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as regular bathing and washing of hair, changing and washing clothes and bedding frequently, and avoiding close contact with infected individuals. additionally, avoiding sharing personal items such as combs, brushes, and hats can help reduce the risk of infection.