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(Y55.3) Antitussives
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20 955 in individuals diagnosis antitussives confirmed
4 592 deaths with diagnosis antitussives
22% mortality rate associated with the disease antitussives
Diagnosis antitussives is diagnosed Women are 45.26% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis antitussives
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis antitussives
4 592 (30.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease antitussives - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 30-34
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 35-39, 55-59
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-14, 20-34, 40-54, 60-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-14, 20-29, 35-44, 50-54, 60-64, 70-74, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 15-19, 30-34, 45-49, 55-59, 65-69, 75-89
Disease Features antitussives
Absence or low individual and public risk
Antitussives - what does this mean
Antitussives are drugs used to suppress coughing by acting on the cough center in the brain. they work by suppressing the cough reflex and reducing the activity of the muscles used for coughing. they are typically used to treat coughs due to colds, bronchitis, or other upper respiratory tract infections.
What happens during the disease - antitussives
Antitussives are medications used to suppress coughs. they work by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain, which is responsible for the sensation of coughing. they also inhibit the production of mucus, which can be irritating and lead to coughing. in some cases, they also act on the airways, reducing inflammation and irritation.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Chest X-ray
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Sputum Culture
- Blood Tests
- Bronchoscopy
- CT Scan
- Antitussive Medication
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce coughing associated with Antitussives
- Prescribe medications to suppress the cough reflex
- Administer cough suppressants such as codeine or hydrocodone
- Prescribe expectorants to loosen thick mucus
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat underlying bacterial infections
- Prescribe anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation in the airways
- Encourage the patient to drink plenty of fluids to thin mucus
- Suggest the use of humidifiers or steam inhalation to loosen mucus
- Advise the patient to avoid exposure to irritants such as smoke and chemical fumes
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Antitussives - Prevention
Antitussives are medications used to prevent or reduce coughing. they work by suppressing the cough reflex and reducing the production of mucus. commonly used antitussives include dextromethorphan, codeine, and hydrocodone. other measures to prevent coughing include avoiding irritants such as smoke, dust, and pollen, and staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.