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(J02.0) Streptococcal pharyngitis
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2 557 103 in individuals diagnosis streptococcal pharyngitis confirmed
3 330 deaths with diagnosis streptococcal pharyngitis
Diagnosis streptococcal pharyngitis is diagnosed Men are 8.61% more likely than Women
1 388 624
Men receive the diagnosis streptococcal pharyngitis
1 263 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis streptococcal pharyngitis
2 067 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease streptococcal pharyngitis - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-94
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+
Disease Features streptococcal pharyngitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Streptococcal pharyngitis - what does this mean
Streptococcal pharyngitis is an infection of the throat caused by the bacteria streptococcus pyogenes. it is usually spread through contact with infected respiratory secretions, such as coughing and sneezing. symptoms include sore throat, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and white patches on the tonsils.
What happens during the disease - streptococcal pharyngitis
Streptococcal pharyngitis is an infection of the throat caused by streptococcus pyogenes, a type of bacteria. it is typically spread through direct contact with an infected person's saliva, nasal secretions, or through contact with objects they have touched. once the bacteria enters the body, it can cause an inflammatory response in the throat, leading to symptoms such as sore throat, fever, and difficulty swallowing. additionally, the bacteria can cause an immune response, leading to further inflammation and tissue damage. treatment typically involves antibiotics to stop the spread of the infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Throat swab
- Blood test
- Rapid antigen test
- Rapid strep test
- Culture test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
The main goal of the treatment for Streptococcal pharyngitis is to reduce symptoms and prevent complications.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce symptoms and prevent complications.
- Encourage rest.
- Provide pain relief medications, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
- Recommend gargling with warm salt water.
- Advise the patient to drink plenty of fluids.
- Suggest the patient to avoid smoking and second-hand smoke.
- Instruct the patient to avoid contact with people who have strep throat.
- Advise the patient to avoid sharing personal items, such as drinking glasses and eating utensils.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Streptococcal pharyngitis - Prevention
Streptococcal pharyngitis can be prevented by avoiding contact with people who are infected with the disease, washing hands regularly, avoiding sharing eating utensils and drinking cups, and avoiding contact with saliva. vaccination is also available to protect against the disease.