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(J39.9) Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
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703 345 in individuals diagnosis disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified confirmed
6 554 deaths with diagnosis disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
1% mortality rate associated with the disease disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
Diagnosis disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified is diagnosed Men are 15.70% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
3 383 (0.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
3 171 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified - Men and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified - what does this mean
Upper respiratory tract disease is an umbrella term that can refer to a wide range of illnesses, infections, and conditions that affect the upper airway. these can include colds, flu, sinus infections, bronchitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, and other conditions. symptoms can vary depending on the cause, but may include a sore throat, nasal congestion, coughing, and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified
The disease of the upper respiratory tract is a general term used to refer to a variety of conditions that affect the upper airways including the nose, throat, larynx, and trachea. these conditions can be caused by a variety of factors including viral or bacterial infections, environmental pollutants, allergies, and other underlying medical conditions. symptoms of these conditions can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and difficulty breathing. treatment can vary depending on the underlying cause, but often includes medications, lifestyle changes, and other therapies.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the patient
- Blood tests
- X-ray imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound scan
- Sputum test
- Nasal swab
- Throat swab
- Bronchoscopy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the disease of the upper respiratory tract, unspecified.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce inflammation and infection
- Prescribe antihistamines to reduce the symptoms of allergies
- Prescribe decongestants to reduce nasal congestion
- Prescribe corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe inhalers to reduce airway constriction
- Prescribe bronchodilators to open the airways
- Prescribe antivirals to reduce viral infections
- Prescribe mucolytics to thin mucus
- Prescribe expectorants to thin and loosen mucus
- Prescribe immunotherapy to reduce allergies
- Recommend lifestyle changes to reduce exposure to allergens
- Recommend quitting smoking to reduce symptoms
- Recommend avoiding exposure to irritants and pollutants
- Recommend drinking plenty of fluids to thin mucus
- Recommend using a humidifier to reduce dryness
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent disease of the upper respiratory tract is to maintain good hygiene, avoid contact with people who are sick, and get vaccinated for common illnesses such as the flu. additionally, it is important to avoid smoking, limit exposure to air pollution, and eat a balanced diet to help support a healthy immune system.