(J14) Pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
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Diagnosis pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae is diagnosed Men are 23.85% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
1 825 (1.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
1 978 (2.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 60-64
Disease Features pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
Pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination to assess for signs and symptoms.
- Order a chest X-ray to look for signs of pneumonia.
- Order a complete blood count (CBC) to check for signs of infection.
- Order a sputum culture to identify the causative organism.
- Order a urine antigen test to detect the presence of Haemophilus influenzae.
- Order a bronchoscopy to collect samples from the airways.
- Order a pleural fluid culture to look for signs of infection.
- Order a blood culture to detect the presence of bacteria.
- Order a thoracentesis to collect a sample of fluid in the chest.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Administer antibiotics to fight the infection
- Prescribe medications to reduce fever and inflammation
- Provide oxygen therapy to help the patient breathe better
- Provide fluids and nutrition to help the patient stay hydrated and nourished
- Monitor the patient’s progress and adjust treatment accordingly
- Provide education about the disease and how to prevent it
- Encourage the patient to rest and get plenty of rest
Pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease pneumonia due to haemophilus influenzae
High temperature 38-42°
(Fever, Pyrexia, Hyperthermia, Heatstroke, Hyperpyrexia, Hyperthermy, Hypertherm, High fever, High temperature, Elevated temperature)
High temperature, also known as fever, is a symptom of infection or illness. It is characterized by an elevated body temperature of 38-42°C (100-107°F). It is usually accompanied by other symptoms such as chills, sweating, headache, and malaise. Fever develops when the body's thermoregulatory system...
Lethargy
(Listlessness, Sluggishness, Languor, Lack of energy, Weariness, Weary, Exhaustion, Fatigue, Drowsiness, Torpor, Apathy, Indolence, Slackness)
Lethargy is a state of extreme tiredness or lack of energy. It can manifest as a lack of motivation, difficulty concentrating, and a general feeling of being physically and mentally drained. In extreme cases, it can lead to feelings of depression and irritability. Lethargy typically develops slowly ...
Weakness
Weakness is a lack of strength and energy that can range from mild to severe. It can be a symptom of a wide range of conditions, including physical and mental exhaustion, chronic illnesses, and certain medications. It can also be caused by a lack of nutrients, dehydration, or an underlying medical c...
Coughing up blood
(Hemoptysis, Expectorating blood, Coughing up red phlegm, Producing bloody sputum, Spitting up blood, Vomiting blood, Coughing up blood clots)
Coughing up blood is a symptom of a serious underlying medical condition. It can appear as bright red blood, or it can be mixed with mucus or phlegm. It usually develops gradually, and may be accompanied by shortness of breath, chest pain, or a feeling of tightness in the chest. Coughing up blood ca...
Moist cough
(Humid cough, Damp cough, Wet cough, Soggy cough, Sloppy cough, Dripping cough)
Moist cough is a symptom of respiratory illness characterized by a productive cough that results in the production of sputum. It is often accompanied by a sore throat, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. It may develop suddenly or gradually and can range from mild to severe. It can be caused ...
Chest pain
(Thoracic pain, Thorax pain, Rib cage pain, Rib pain, Breastbone pain, Sternum pain, Costal pain, Intercostal pain, Pectoral pain, Precordial pain)
Chest pain is a common symptom that can range from mild to severe. It may be described as pressure, squeezing, burning, or tightness in the chest. It can develop quickly or gradually, and can be accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, sweating, or shortness of breath. Types of chest pain inclu...
Dyspnea
(Shortness of breath, Labored breathing, Breathlessness, Air hunger, Difficulty breathing, Gasping, Panting, Wheezing, Tightness in chest, Suffocating feeling)
Dyspnea is a feeling of breathlessness or difficulty breathing. It can range from mild to severe and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as asthma, COPD, heart failure, or anemia. Symptoms of dyspnea may include shortness of breath, wheezing, chest tightness, and rapid breathing. Dyspnea can...
Cough
(Hack, Wheeze, Hacking, Coughing, Rales, Choking, Gasping, Barking, Hemoptysis, Whooping, Pertussis)
Coughing is a reflex action that helps clear airways of irritants and mucus. It usually begins as a dry, tickling sensation in the back of the throat that causes an uncontrollable urge to cough. It can range from a mild, intermittent annoyance to a severe, hacking cough that produces thick mucus. It...