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(H60.1) Cellulitis of external ear
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451 286 in individuals diagnosis cellulitis of external ear confirmed
2 290 deaths with diagnosis cellulitis of external ear
1% mortality rate associated with the disease cellulitis of external ear
Diagnosis cellulitis of external ear is diagnosed Men are 5.89% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis cellulitis of external ear
1 318 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cellulitis of external ear
972 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cellulitis of external ear - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features cellulitis of external ear
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cellulitis of external ear - what does this mean
Cellulitis of the external ear occurs when bacteria enter through a break in the skin of the ear, such as a cut or scrape. the bacteria can then spread and cause inflammation, redness, swelling, and pain. in some cases, fever and lymphadenopathy may be present.
What happens during the disease - cellulitis of external ear
Cellulitis of the external ear is caused by a bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissue. it is commonly caused by the bacteria staphylococcus aureus and streptococcus pyogenes, which enter through a break in the skin and cause an infection. this can be due to trauma, insect bites, or even an ear piercing. the infection causes inflammation, redness, swelling, and pain in the affected area. if left untreated, the infection can spread to other parts of the body and become more severe.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cellulitis of external ear - Prevention
Cellulitis of the external ear can be prevented by avoiding contact with contaminated objects, practicing good hygiene, and using protective equipment such as earplugs when swimming in contaminated water. additionally, it is important to keep the ears clean and dry, as moisture can increase the risk of infection.