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(G00.0) Haemophilus meningitis
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315 985 in individuals diagnosis haemophilus meningitis confirmed
24 909 deaths with diagnosis haemophilus meningitis
8% mortality rate associated with the disease haemophilus meningitis
Diagnosis haemophilus meningitis is diagnosed Men are 21.60% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis haemophilus meningitis
13 160 (6.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis haemophilus meningitis
11 749 (9.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease haemophilus meningitis - Men aged 0 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features haemophilus meningitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Haemophilus meningitis - what does this mean
Haemophilus meningitis is a bacterial infection caused by the haemophilus influenzae type b (hib) bacteria, which can invade the bloodstream and spread to the brain and spinal cord, causing inflammation of the meninges (the protective covering of the brain and spinal cord). it is most common in children under the age of 5, and can be spread through contact with an infected person's saliva or mucus.
What happens during the disease - haemophilus meningitis
Haemophilus meningitis is an infection caused by the bacteria haemophilus influenzae. this bacteria is typically found in the nose and throat of healthy individuals and can be spread through contact with respiratory secretions, such as coughing and sneezing. when the bacteria enters the bloodstream, it can travel to the meninges, the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord, and cause an infection. this infection can lead to inflammation, swelling, and irritation of the meninges, resulting in severe headaches, fever, and stiff neck. in some cases, the infection can even cause seizures, hearing loss, and mental retardation.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Blood tests to detect antibodies to the Haemophilus meningitis bacteria
- Lumbar puncture to look for bacteria in the cerebrospinal fluid
- CT scan or MRI to look for signs of brain infection
- Chest X-ray to look for signs of pneumonia
- Urine test to detect bacteria in the urine
- Sputum culture to look for bacteria in the mucus
- Stool test to look for bacteria in the digestive tract
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the severity and duration of symptoms and prevent complications of Haemophilus meningitis.
- Administration of antibiotics
- Fluids and electrolyte replacement
- Monitoring of vital signs
- Oxygen therapy
- Pain management
- Seizure management
- Nutritional support
- Monitoring of cerebral spinal fluid
- Monitoring of blood pressure
- Monitoring of blood glucose levels
- Immunization of unvaccinated individuals
30 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Haemophilus meningitis - Prevention
Haemophilus meningitis can be prevented by vaccination. vaccination is the best way to protect against the disease, as it helps the body develop immunity to the bacteria that cause it. the vaccine should be given to all children and adults who are at risk of the disease.