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(P35.2) Congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
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23 153 in individuals diagnosis congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection confirmed
2 739 deaths with diagnosis congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
12% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
Diagnosis congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection is diagnosed Men are 0.03% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
1 628 (14.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
1 111 (9.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-14
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 15-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-49, 55-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 50-54
Disease Features congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection - what does this mean
Congenital herpesviral infection is caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy or delivery. the virus can cause a severe infection in newborns, leading to skin, eye, and mouth lesions, as well as neurological and respiratory complications.
What happens during the disease - congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection
Congenital herpesviral infection is caused by the transmission of the herpes simplex virus (hsv) from mother to child during pregnancy or delivery. the virus is acquired by the fetus through contact with infected maternal genital secretions, or through contact with infected skin lesions on the mother's body. in most cases, the virus replicates in the fetal membranes and amniotic fluid, leading to infection of the fetus and subsequent transmission of the virus to the newborn.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis
- Viral culture
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test
- Serological tests
- Ultrasound
- X-ray
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the severity of the symptoms and reduce the risk of transmission
- Prescribe antiviral medications to reduce the severity of symptoms
- Educate the patient about the importance of hygiene and safe sex practices
- Monitor the patient for any signs of complications
- Administer vaccines to prevent further infection
- Encourage the patient to get regular check-ups and screenings
- Provide counseling and support to the patient and their family
20 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital herpesviral [herpes simplex] infection - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital herpesviral infection is for pregnant women to avoid contact with an infected partner and to receive regular prenatal care throughout their pregnancy. additionally, it is important for pregnant women to be tested for herpesvirus infection at the start of their pregnancy and to practice safe sex during pregnancy. vaccination is also available for those at risk of infection.