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(L03.1) Cellulitis of other parts of limb
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5 497 996 in individuals diagnosis cellulitis of other parts of limb confirmed
30 103 deaths with diagnosis cellulitis of other parts of limb
1% mortality rate associated with the disease cellulitis of other parts of limb
Diagnosis cellulitis of other parts of limb is diagnosed Men are 22.78% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis cellulitis of other parts of limb
11 094 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cellulitis of other parts of limb
19 009 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cellulitis of other parts of limb - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
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 cellulitis of other parts of limb
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cellulitis of other parts of limb - what does this mean
Cellulitis of other parts of limb is a bacterial infection that affects the soft tissue of the skin and underlying tissue. it is caused by bacteria entering the skin through a cut, scrape, burn, or insect bite, and can spread quickly if not treated. it is characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and warmth in the affected area.
What happens during the disease - cellulitis of other parts of limb
Cellulitis is caused by bacterial infection of the skin and soft tissue. it is usually caused by a break in the skin, such as a cut or an insect bite, allowing bacteria to enter and cause an infection. the infection can spread and cause inflammation of the skin and underlying tissue, leading to redness, swelling, pain, and warmth. if left untreated, the infection can spread deeper into the tissue and cause more serious complications.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the affected limb
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scans
- Tissue biopsy to confirm diagnosis
- Culture of fluid from the affected area to identify the type of bacteria causing the infection
- Antibiotic therapy to treat the infection
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the Cellulitis of Other Parts of Limb
- Prescribe antibiotics to fight the infection
- Prescribe painkillers to reduce the pain
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation
- Prescribe topical ointments to reduce itching and pain
- Instruct the patient to keep the affected area clean and dry
- Instruct the patient to elevate the affected limb to reduce swelling
- Instruct the patient to apply warm compresses to reduce pain
- Prescribe diuretics to reduce swelling
- Perform a surgical procedure to remove the infected tissue
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Cellulitis of other parts of limb - Prevention
Cellulitis of other parts of limb can be prevented by practicing good hygiene, keeping wounds clean and covered, and avoiding contact with people who have open sores or infections. additionally, it is important to keep the skin moisturized and to avoid tight-fitting clothing that can cause friction and irritation.