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(J03.0) Streptococcal tonsillitis
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4 809 519 in individuals diagnosis streptococcal tonsillitis confirmed
2 736 deaths with diagnosis streptococcal tonsillitis
Diagnosis streptococcal tonsillitis is diagnosed Men are 8.07% more likely than Women
2 598 887
Men receive the diagnosis streptococcal tonsillitis
1 482 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis streptococcal tonsillitis
1 254 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease streptococcal tonsillitis - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features streptococcal tonsillitis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Streptococcal tonsillitis - what does this mean
Streptococcal tonsillitis is a bacterial infection of the tonsils caused by group a streptococcus bacteria. it is usually spread through close contact with an infected person, and symptoms include sore throat, swollen tonsils, fever, and difficulty swallowing.
What happens during the disease - streptococcal tonsillitis
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Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Throat swab culture
- Blood test
- Rapid antigen test
- Imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, MRI)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the symptoms of Streptococcal tonsillitis.
- Prescribe antibiotics to fight the infection.
- Prescribe pain relievers to reduce sore throat pain.
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce swelling in the throat.
- Prescribe throat lozenges to soothe the throat.
- Recommend warm salt water gargles to reduce throat discomfort.
- Recommend drinking plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Recommend rest and avoid strenuous activities.
- Recommend avoiding contact with other people to prevent spreading the infection.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Streptococcal tonsillitis - Prevention
Streptococcal tonsillitis can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands and covering the mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing, avoiding contact with those who are infected, and getting vaccinated when appropriate. additionally, avoiding smoking, reducing stress, and eating a healthy diet can help to reduce the risk of developing this condition.