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(G04) Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

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408 330 in individuals diagnosis encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis confirmed
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31 540 deaths with diagnosis encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis
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8% mortality rate associated with the disease encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis
Etiology Pathogenesis Clinical Pattern Diagnostics Treatment Prevention

Diagnosis encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis is diagnosed Men are 5.56% more likely than Women

215 521

Men receive the diagnosis encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

16 137 (7.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

15 403 (8.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less 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 encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis - what does this mean

Encephalitis, myelitis, and encephalomyelitis are neurological disorders caused by inflammation of the brain, spinal cord, or both. encephalitis is caused by a virus, bacteria, or other pathogen, while myelitis is caused by infection or autoimmune damage to the spinal cord, and encephalomyelitis is caused by a combination of both. all three disorders can cause varying degrees of neurological damage and may be treated with antiviral, antibiotic, or immunosuppressive medications.

What happens during the disease - encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

Encephalitis, myelitis, and encephalomyelitis are neurological disorders caused by inflammation of the brain (encephalitis), spinal cord (myelitis), and both (encephalomyelitis). the inflammation is typically caused by a viral infection, but can also be caused by a bacterial infection, autoimmune disorder, or a reaction to a vaccine. symptoms vary depending on the type of disorder and the area of the brain or spinal cord that is affected, but can include fever, headache, confusion, seizures, paralysis, and coma. treatment typically involves antiviral drugs, corticosteroids, and physical and occupational therapy.

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

Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis - Prevention

The best way to prevent encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis is to practice good hygiene, get vaccinated for any diseases that can cause these conditions, and to avoid contact with people who have them. additionally, it is important to avoid areas where mosquitoes are present, as they can transmit some of the viruses that can cause these diseases.

Main symptoms of the disease encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis

Teak

(Oak, Teakwood, Mahogany, Walnut, Cherry, Maple, Pine, Birch, Ash, Hickory)

Teak is a symptom characterized by a burning sensation in the throat and chest, accompanied by a sour taste in the mouth. It usually develops gradually, starting with a mild burning sensation in the throat and chest, and can eventually become severe enough to cause difficulty swallowing. It can also...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 8 diseases

Muscle stiffness

(Muscle rigidity, Muscle rigor, Muscle tightness, Muscle tension, Muscle ache, Muscle soreness, Muscle spasm, Muscle cramp, Muscle strain, Muscle spasticity)

Muscle stiffness is a symptom characterized by difficulty moving or performing normal activities due to tightness and pain in the muscles. It usually develops gradually over time, with muscle tightness and discomfort increasing over time. It can manifest itself in different ways, such as aching, bur...

Age: 1 to 100Accociated with 26 diseases

Specified forms of the disease

(G04.0) Acute disseminated encephalitis
(G04.1) Human T-cell lymphotropic virus associated myelopathy
(G04.2) Bacterial meningoencephalitis and meningomyelitis, not elsewhere classified
(G04.8) Other encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis
(G04.9) Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis, unspecified

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Main Diseases ICD Classes Encephalitis, myelitis and encephalomyelitis