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(G03.8) Meningitis due to other specified causes
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475 115 in individuals diagnosis meningitis due to other specified causes confirmed
14 126 deaths with diagnosis meningitis due to other specified causes
3% mortality rate associated with the disease meningitis due to other specified causes
Diagnosis meningitis due to other specified causes is diagnosed Men are 12.23% more likely than Women
266 614
Men receive the diagnosis meningitis due to other specified causes
8 568 (3.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis meningitis due to other specified causes
5 558 (2.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease meningitis due to other specified causes - Men aged 5-9 and Women aged 25-29
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features meningitis due to other specified causes
Absence or low individual and public risk
Meningitis due to other specified causes - what does this mean
Meningitis due to other specified causes is caused by a variety of pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. these pathogens can enter the body through the nose, mouth, or skin and travel to the brain, where they can cause inflammation of the meninges, the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. the symptoms of meningitis due to other specified causes may vary depending on the type of pathogen involved.
What happens during the disease - meningitis due to other specified causes
Meningitis due to other specified causes is caused by an infection of the meninges, the protective membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord, by a variety of bacteria, fungi, viruses, or parasites. these infections can be spread through contact with infected bodily fluids, direct contact with infected individuals, or through airborne particles. symptoms of meningitis due to other specified causes can include fever, headache, stiff neck, confusion, nausea, and vomiting. treatment typically involves antibiotics or antifungal medications, depending on the cause of the infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Blood tests to check for infection
- Lumbar puncture to check for spinal fluid infection
- CT scan of the head to check for any abnormalities
- MRI scan of the brain to check for any abnormalities
- X-ray of the chest to check for any abnormalities
- Tuberculin skin test to check for tuberculosis
- Stool sample test to check for parasites
- Urine sample test to check for bacteria
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the severity of symptoms and prevent further complications from meningitis
- Administering antibiotics to fight infection
- Provide supportive care to reduce fever, pain, and other symptoms
- Monitor vital signs and watch for any changes in condition
- Perform physical exams to detect any signs of neurological damage
- Order laboratory tests to confirm the diagnosis and monitor the effectiveness of treatment
- Provide additional treatments such as corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and swelling
- Provide rehabilitation and physical therapy to help with any long-term neurological damage
21 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Meningitis due to other specified causes - Prevention
The best way to prevent meningitis due to other specified causes is to practice good hygiene, including washing hands often, avoiding close contact with people who are sick, and avoiding sharing food, drinks, or other personal items. vaccines may also be available to protect against certain types of meningitis. it is important to speak to a doctor to determine the best course of action for prevention.