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(J15.4) Pneumonia due to other streptococci
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9 587 842 in individuals diagnosis pneumonia due to other streptococci confirmed
319 459 deaths with diagnosis pneumonia due to other streptococci
3% mortality rate associated with the disease pneumonia due to other streptococci
Diagnosis pneumonia due to other streptococci is diagnosed Men are 14.97% more likely than Women
5 511 393
Men receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to other streptococci
157 307 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis pneumonia due to other streptococci
162 152 (4.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease pneumonia due to other streptococci - 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 agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features pneumonia due to other streptococci
Absence or low individual and public risk
Pneumonia due to other streptococci - what does this mean
Pneumonia due to other streptococci is caused by a variety of organisms, most commonly streptococcus pneumoniae, but also other species of streptococcus, haemophilus influenzae, and klebsiella pneumoniae. these bacteria can be spread through contact with an infected person or through the inhalation of droplets from an infected person's cough or sneeze.
What happens during the disease - pneumonia due to other streptococci
Pneumonia due to other streptococci is caused by the inhalation of airborne droplets containing the bacteria, which then colonize the lower respiratory tract and cause inflammation and infection of the lungs. this can lead to the accumulation of fluid and pus in the air sacs of the lungs, causing difficulty breathing and other symptoms of pneumonia.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Blood tests
- Sputum culture
- Pulse oximetry
- CT scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoalveolar lavage
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce symptoms and improve overall health
- Prescribe antibiotics that are effective against other streptococci
- Provide oxygen therapy as needed
- Monitor patient for fever and other signs of infection
- Provide adequate rest and nutrition
- Encourage patient to drink plenty of fluids
- Provide chest physical therapy as needed
- Monitor for signs of complications
- Provide supportive care to improve patient comfort
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Pneumonia due to other streptococci - Prevention
To prevent pneumonia due to other streptococci, it is important to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands often, avoiding close contact with people who are sick, and getting vaccinated against any illnesses that can lead to pneumonia. additionally, it is important to seek medical attention if you experience any symptoms of pneumonia, such as fever, chills, and difficulty breathing.