(J20.3) Acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

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14 914 111 in individuals diagnosis acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus confirmed
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87 868 deaths with diagnosis acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

Diagnosis acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus is diagnosed Men are 9.43% more likely than Women

8 160 444

Men receive the diagnosis acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

34 364 (0.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

53 504 (0.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus - what does this mean

Acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus is an infection caused by a virus which affects the lining of the bronchial tubes. it typically causes a dry cough, chest discomfort, and difficulty breathing due to inflammation of the airways. it can be spread through contact with an infected person or by inhaling droplets from an infected person's cough or sneeze.

What happens during the disease - acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus

Acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus is caused by an infection of the respiratory tract by the coxsackievirus. this virus is usually spread through contact with an infected person or through contact with respiratory secretions, such as saliva or nasal fluid. once the virus enters the respiratory tract, it can cause inflammation of the bronchial tubes, resulting in coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. in some cases, the virus can also cause chest pain and fever. treatment usually includes rest, fluids, and over-the-counter medications to reduce symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Blood test
  • Chest X-ray
  • Sputum culture
  • Pulmonary function test
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Viral culture
  • Serology test

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the symptoms of acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus
  • Administer antiviral medication to reduce the severity of the infection
  • Prescribe antibiotics if a bacterial infection is present
  • Prescribe anti-inflammatory medication to reduce inflammation in the airways
  • Encourage the patient to get plenty of rest
  • Prescribe cough medicine to reduce coughing
  • Prescribe bronchodilators to open the airways and reduce shortness of breath
  • Advise the patient to drink plenty of fluids to thin the mucus
  • Instruct the patient to use a humidifier to reduce coughing
  • Recommend avoiding exposure to cigarette smoke and other pollutants
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus - Prevention

The best way to prevent acute bronchitis due to coxsackievirus is to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands frequently with soap and water, avoiding close contact with those who are sick, and avoiding touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. it is also important to get vaccinated against the virus, as well as to avoid contact with people who may be infected.