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(J21.8) Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
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2 094 474 in individuals diagnosis acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms confirmed
5 506 deaths with diagnosis acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Diagnosis acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms is diagnosed Men are 21.32% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
2 720 (0.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
2 786 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms - Men and Women aged 0
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 bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Absence or low individual and public risk
Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms - what does this mean
Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms occurs when a person is infected by a virus or bacteria that are not commonly associated with bronchiolitis, such as adenovirus, mycoplasma pneumoniae, or chlamydophila pneumoniae. this causes inflammation of the bronchioles, resulting in difficulty breathing, wheezing, and coughing.
What happens during the disease - acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms is an infection of the bronchioles caused by organisms other than the common respiratory viruses. it is characterized by inflammation of the bronchioles, which leads to increased mucus production, airway obstruction, and difficulty breathing. the infection is usually spread through contact with an infected person or through inhalation of contaminated aerosols. symptoms of acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms can include coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness. treatment typically includes antibiotics and supportive care.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Chest X-ray
- Sputum Culture
- Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
- Bronchoscopy
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Serum Immunoglobulin Levels
- Stool Sample Analysis
- Urine Sample Analysis
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms.
- Administer oxygen therapy.
- Prescribe antiviral medications.
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat bacterial infections.
- Prescribe corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe bronchodilators to open the airways.
- Prescribe mucolytic agents to thin mucus.
- Prescribe antihistamines to reduce allergic reactions.
- Perform chest physiotherapy.
- Provide breathing exercises.
- Administer humidified air.
- Provide nutrition support.
- Monitor vital signs and oxygen saturation.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms - Prevention
The best way to prevent acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms is to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding contact with people who are sick. vaccination is also recommended for those at risk, such as infants and young children. additionally, it is important to avoid exposure to air pollutants, such as smog, dust, and smoke.