(J39) Other diseases of upper respiratory tract

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703 345 in individuals diagnosis other diseases of upper respiratory tract confirmed
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6 554 deaths with diagnosis other diseases of upper respiratory tract
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease other diseases of upper respiratory tract

Diagnosis other diseases of upper respiratory tract is diagnosed Men are 15.70% more likely than Women

406 889

Men receive the diagnosis other diseases of upper respiratory tract

3 383 (0.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other diseases of upper respiratory tract

3 171 (1.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other diseases of upper respiratory tract - Men and Women aged 5-9

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in 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 other diseases of upper respiratory tract

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other diseases of upper respiratory tract - what does this mean

Other diseases of the upper respiratory tract include sinusitis, which is an infection of the sinuses, laryngitis, which is an inflammation of the voice box, and pharyngitis, which is an inflammation of the throat. these diseases are usually caused by a virus or bacteria, and can be accompanied by symptoms such as sore throat, nasal congestion, coughing, and fever.

What happens during the disease - other diseases of upper respiratory tract

Upper respiratory tract diseases are caused by a variety of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, and fungi, as well as environmental factors such as air pollution and allergens. these pathogens can cause inflammation of the mucous membranes of the nose, throat, and sinuses, leading to symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, runny nose, sore throat, and difficulty breathing. in addition, allergies and autoimmune disorders can also contribute to upper respiratory tract diseases.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical Exam
  • Laboratory Tests
  • Imaging Tests
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Endotracheal Aspiration
  • Sputum Culture
  • Pulmonary Function Tests
  • Oximetry
  • Arterial Blood Gas Analysis
  • Allergy Tests
  • Drug Sensitivity Tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: Treating other diseases of upper respiratory tract
  • Administering antibiotics
  • Prescribing decongestants
  • Prescribing anti-inflammatory medications
  • Performing sinus irrigation
  • Performing nasal endoscopy
  • Administering steroid medications
  • Prescribing antihistamines
  • Prescribing antiviral medications
  • Performing bronchoscopy
  • Administering oxygen therapy
  • Prescribing inhalers
  • Performing bronchial thermoplasty
  • Administering immunotherapy
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other diseases of upper respiratory tract - Prevention

The best way to prevent other diseases of the upper respiratory tract is to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly, avoiding close contact with people who are ill, and avoiding contact with contaminated surfaces. vaccines are also available for some of these illnesses, so it is important to keep up to date with recommended immunizations. additionally, avoiding smoking and secondhand smoke can help reduce the risk of developing these illnesses.

Specified forms of the disease

(J39.0) Retropharyngeal and parapharyngeal abscess
(J39.1) Other abscess of pharynx
(J39.2) Other diseases of pharynx
(J39.3) Upper respiratory tract hypersensitivity reaction, site unspecified
(J39.8) Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
(J39.9) Disease of upper respiratory tract, unspecified