(L02.0) Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

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3 542 687 in individuals diagnosis cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face confirmed
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16 070 deaths with diagnosis cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

Diagnosis cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face is diagnosed Men are 18.70% more likely than Women

2 102 631

Men receive the diagnosis cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

7 987 (0.4 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

8 083 (0.6 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face - Men and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein 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 cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face - what does this mean

A cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of the face occur when bacteria enter the skin through a break in the skin barrier, such as a cut or a scratch. the bacteria then multiply and cause an infection, resulting in the formation of a pus-filled lump or abscess. if the infection is confined to a single hair follicle, it is called a furuncle. if the infection is larger and involves multiple hair follicles, it is called a carbuncle.

What happens during the disease - cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face

Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face is caused by the infection of staphylococcus aureus bacteria, which can enter the body through a break in the skin. these bacteria produce toxins that cause inflammation and pus formation in the affected area. the infection can spread to the deeper layers of the skin, leading to the formation of an abscess, furuncle or carbuncle. additionally, the bacteria can spread to other areas of the body through contact, resulting in further infections.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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14 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face - Prevention

The prevention of cutaneous abscess, furuncle and carbuncle of face can be achieved through proper hygiene, including regular hand washing and keeping the face clean and dry. additionally, avoiding contact with infected individuals and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can help reduce the risk of infection.