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(M00.8) Arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
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717 222 in individuals diagnosis arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents confirmed
22 416 deaths with diagnosis arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
3% mortality rate associated with the disease arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
Diagnosis arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents is diagnosed Men are 23.93% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
12 765 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
9 651 (3.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents - Men aged 55-59 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 arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
Absence or low individual and public risk
Arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents - what does this mean
Arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents is a type of joint inflammation caused by bacterial infection. the bacterial agents may be acquired through contact with infected animals or contaminated water, or may be caused by underlying medical conditions such as hiv/aids. symptoms of the condition include joint pain, swelling, redness, and stiffness. treatment typically involves antibiotics and rest.
What happens during the disease - arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents
Arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents is an inflammatory joint condition caused by bacterial infection. the infection can be caused by a variety of bacterial agents, such as staphylococcus aureus, streptococcus, and mycobacterium. these bacteria can enter the joint through open wounds, or can be spread through the bloodstream from an infection elsewhere in the body. the bacteria cause inflammation of the joint, leading to pain, swelling, and stiffness. in severe cases, the joint can become deformed and eventually lead to joint destruction.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Laboratory tests: complete blood count (CBC), erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), rheumatoid factor, antinuclear antibodies (ANA), and urinalysis
- X-rays of affected joints
- Joint aspiration and culture
- Synovial fluid analysis
- CT and MRI scans
- Ultrasound imaging
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce pain and inflammation, improve joint function, and slow the progression of arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents.
- Prescription medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
- Physical therapy and exercises
- Joint protection techniques
- Heat and cold therapy
- Assistive devices
- Corticosteroid injections
- Surgery
- Complementary and alternative therapies
- Dietary and lifestyle modifications
31 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents - Prevention
Prevention of arthritis and polyarthritis due to other specified bacterial agents can be achieved through proper hygiene and sanitation, regular handwashing, avoiding contact with contaminated objects and surfaces, avoiding contact with infected individuals, and using protective gear when in contact with infected individuals. vaccines may also be available to prevent certain bacterial agents.