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(J20.2) Acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
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14 914 111 in individuals diagnosis acute bronchitis due to streptococcus confirmed
87 868 deaths with diagnosis acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
1% mortality rate associated with the disease acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
Diagnosis acute bronchitis due to streptococcus is diagnosed Men are 9.43% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
34 364 (0.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
53 504 (0.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute bronchitis due to streptococcus - 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 acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute bronchitis due to streptococcus - what does this mean
Acute bronchitis due to streptococcus is caused by a bacterial infection of the airways, resulting in inflammation and irritation of the bronchial tubes. this leads to a build-up of mucus and coughing, which can be accompanied by a fever and chest pain.
What happens during the disease - acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
Acute bronchitis due to streptococcus is caused by an infection of the respiratory tract by streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria. these bacteria can enter the respiratory tract through inhalation of droplets from an infected person, or from contact with contaminated surfaces. the bacteria can cause inflammation of the airways, leading to symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. treatment typically includes antibiotics to help clear the infection, and supportive measures such as rest and fluids.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Chest X-ray
- Blood tests
- Sputum culture
- Bronchoscopy
- Pulmonary function tests
- Oxygen saturation test
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat acute bronchitis due to streptococcus
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat the streptococcus infection
- Prescribe bronchodilators to relax the airways and reduce inflammation
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce swelling and mucus production
- Prescribe cough suppressants to reduce coughing
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce nasal congestion
- Prescribe oxygen therapy to improve breathing
- Recommend drinking plenty of fluids to thin mucus and help reduce congestion
- Recommend using a cool-mist humidifier to soothe airways and loosen mucus
- Recommend getting plenty of rest
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute bronchitis due to streptococcus - Prevention
To prevent acute bronchitis due to streptococcus, it is important to practice good hygiene such as washing your hands regularly, avoiding contact with people who are infected, and getting vaccinated against the streptococcus bacteria. additionally, avoiding exposure to air pollution and other environmental irritants can help reduce the risk of developing acute bronchitis due to streptococcus.