(A74.0+) Chlamydial conjunctivitis

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33 028 in individuals diagnosis chlamydial conjunctivitis confirmed
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1 486 deaths with diagnosis chlamydial conjunctivitis
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5% mortality rate associated with the disease chlamydial conjunctivitis

Diagnosis chlamydial conjunctivitis is diagnosed Women are 35.85% more likely than Men

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Women receive the diagnosis chlamydial conjunctivitis

1 486 (6.6 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease chlamydial conjunctivitis - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 25-39, 45-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 10-14, 20-24, 40-44, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-94
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+

Disease Features chlamydial conjunctivitis

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Contagious
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Infectious Contact
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Infectious Sexual
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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Chlamydial conjunctivitis - what does this mean

Chlamydial conjunctivitis is an infection of the conjunctiva (the outermost layer of the eye) caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis. it is usually transmitted through direct contact with an infected person or indirect contact with contaminated objects. symptoms include redness, itching, and discharge from the eyes.

What happens during the disease - chlamydial conjunctivitis

Chlamydial conjunctivitis is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis, which is transmitted through contact with infected mucous membranes and skin. the infection spreads to the conjunctiva, the mucous membrane covering the inner eyelid and the white part of the eye, where it causes inflammation and irritation. symptoms include redness, pain, tearing, and discharge, and can lead to serious complications if left untreated.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of patient's eyes
  • Swab sample from the eye
  • Culturing the swab sample
  • Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test
  • Serology test

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: Treat the Chlamydial conjunctivitis
  • Prescribe an appropriate antibiotic
  • Prescribe an anti-inflammatory medication
  • Instruct the patient to take proper rest and apply warm compresses
  • Instruct the patient to avoid contact with other people to prevent spread of the infection
  • Instruct the patient to avoid touching the eyes or rubbing them
  • Instruct the patient to practice good hygiene and wash hands frequently
  • Instruct the patient to avoid wearing contact lenses until the infection has cleared
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17 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Chlamydial conjunctivitis - Prevention

The best way to prevent chlamydial conjunctivitis is to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands often and avoiding contact with people who have an active infection. additionally, it is important to avoid sharing items such as towels, makeup, and contact lenses with others, as this can increase the risk of transmission.

Main symptoms of the disease chlamydial conjunctivitis

Dry discharge on the eyelids

Dry discharge on the eyelids

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Edema of the eyelids

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Lacrimation

(Watering eyes, Tearing eyes, Teary eyes, Excessive tearing, Eye watering, Crying eyes, Shedding tears, Lachrymation, Overflowing tears, Watery eyes)

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Foreign body sensation in the eyes

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Purulent discharge from the eyes

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Eye inflammation

(Eye irritation, Red eyes, Swollen eyes, Itchy eyes, Teary eyes, Watery eyes, Sore eyes, Grainy eyes, Burning eyes, Dry eyes, Painful eyes, Inflammation of the eyes)

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Hearing loss

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Chemosis

(Eyeball swelling, Conjunctival swelling, Bulging eyes, Edema of the conjunctiva, Conjunctival edema, Goblet cell conjunctivitis, Conjunctival hydrops, Conjunctival hydrocele)

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Cutting in the eyes

(Slicing in eyes, Slitting in eyes, Sawing in eyes, Scything in eyes, Severing in eyes, Snipping in eyes, Splitting in eyes, Shearing in eyes, Rending in eyes)

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