(G00.8) Other bacterial meningitis

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315 985 in individuals diagnosis other bacterial meningitis confirmed
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24 909 deaths with diagnosis other bacterial meningitis
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8% mortality rate associated with the disease other bacterial meningitis

Diagnosis other bacterial meningitis is diagnosed Men are 21.60% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other bacterial meningitis

13 160 (6.9 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other bacterial meningitis

11 749 (9.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other bacterial meningitis - Men aged 0 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features other bacterial meningitis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other bacterial meningitis - what does this mean

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What happens during the disease - other bacterial meningitis

Other bacterial meningitis is an infectious disease caused by a variety of bacterial pathogens other than the more commonly known pathogens which cause meningitis. it is typically caused by the spread of the bacteria from a primary infection site, such as the sinuses, lungs, or ear, to the meninges, the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. symptoms of other bacterial meningitis can include fever, headache, stiff neck, confusion, nausea, and vomiting. treatment typically involves antibiotics to kill the bacteria and supportive care to manage symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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30 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other bacterial meningitis - Prevention

To prevent other bacterial meningitis, it is important to practice good hygiene, including washing your hands regularly, avoiding close contact with people who are ill, and avoiding contact with saliva and other bodily fluids. vaccines are also available to help protect against certain types of bacterial meningitis.