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(J12.1) Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
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2 360 530 in individuals diagnosis respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia confirmed
10 106 deaths with diagnosis respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
Diagnosis respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia is diagnosed Men are 15.53% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
5 086 (0.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
5 020 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia - Men and Women aged 0
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 respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia - what does this mean
Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia is caused by the respiratory syncytial virus (rsv), a virus that infects the lungs and breathing passages. rsv is spread through contact with respiratory secretions, such as saliva, nasal mucus, and sputum. symptoms of rsv pneumonia include fever, cough, difficulty breathing, and decreased oxygen levels in the blood.
What happens during the disease - respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia
Respiratory syncytial virus (rsv) pneumonia is a common lung infection caused by the rsv virus. it is spread through close contact with an infected person, through contact with contaminated surfaces, and by inhaling tiny droplets of respiratory secretions from an infected person. the virus enters the airways and multiplies, causing inflammation and damage to the airways and alveoli. this leads to the production of excess mucus, difficulty breathing, and increased risk of bacterial infection. in severe cases, the virus can cause pneumonia, which is an infection of the lungs that can lead to severe breathing difficulties and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Blood tests
- Sputum culture
- Pulse oximetry
- Bronchoscopy
- CT scan
- Viral culture
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Pneumonia
- Administer antiviral medications, such as ribavirin and/or palivizumab, to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of secondary bacterial infections.
- Prescribe corticosteroids to reduce inflammation in the lungs.
- Provide oxygen therapy to increase oxygen levels in the blood.
- Provide supportive care, such as fluids, nutrition, and rest.
- Monitor vital signs, such as heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing rate.
- Monitor oxygen saturation levels.
- Monitor for signs of complications, such as respiratory failure.
- Provide respiratory therapy, such as chest physiotherapy and breathing exercises.
- Educate the patient and family about the disease and its treatment.
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia - Prevention
The best way to prevent respiratory syncytial virus pneumonia is to practice good hygiene, such as frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with people who are sick, and getting the rsv vaccine when it is available. vaccinating children and adults who are at higher risk for developing severe rsv infection is also recommended.