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(A04.0) Enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
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4 161 936 in individuals diagnosis enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection confirmed
100 500 deaths with diagnosis enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
2% mortality rate associated with the disease enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
Diagnosis enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection is diagnosed Women are 7.49% more likely than Men
1 925 198
Men receive the diagnosis enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
42 720 (2.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
57 780 (2.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 80-84
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 enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
Absence or low individual and public risk
Enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection - what does this mean
Enteropathogenic escherichia coli (epec) infection occurs when a person ingests food or water contaminated with epec bacteria. the bacteria attach to the cells in the small intestine and produce a toxin that damages the cells, leading to watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps, fever, and loss of appetite. in more severe cases, epec infection can lead to dehydration and other complications.
What happens during the disease - enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection
Enteropathogenic escherichia coli (epec) is a type of bacteria that attaches to the small intestine and causes inflammation. this attachment is facilitated by epec’s ability to produce a type of protein called a “attaching and effacing” (a/e) lesion. this lesion disrupts the normal functioning of the gut, allowing epec to enter the cell and cause an inflammatory response. this response leads to the secretion of toxins, which can cause severe diarrhea, fever, and abdominal pain.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Stool culture
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, etc.)
- Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce symptoms and eradicate Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli infection.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the number of Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli bacteria in the body.
- Prescribe antidiarrheal medications to reduce the severity of symptoms.
- Prescribe antiemetic medications to relieve nausea.
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation in the intestines.
- Prescribe probiotics to improve the balance of beneficial bacteria in the intestines.
- Recommend a nutritious diet to support the body's ability to fight the infection.
- Recommend adequate hydration to replace lost fluids.
- Recommend rest to allow the body to recover.
- Monitor the patient's progress and adjust treatment as needed.
14 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Enteropathogenic escherichia coli infection - Prevention
Enteropathogenic escherichia coli (epec) infection can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, including washing hands frequently with soap and water, avoiding contact with people who are ill, and cooking food properly. additionally, immunization against epec infection is available in certain countries and may be recommended for those at increased risk.