(B00.7) Disseminated herpesviral disease

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438 086 in individuals diagnosis disseminated herpesviral disease confirmed
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12 841 deaths with diagnosis disseminated herpesviral disease
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease disseminated herpesviral disease

Diagnosis disseminated herpesviral disease is diagnosed Men are 0.17% more likely than Women

219 423

Men receive the diagnosis disseminated herpesviral disease

6 040 (2.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis disseminated herpesviral disease

6 801 (3.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease disseminated herpesviral disease - Men and Women aged 0-5

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94

Disease Features disseminated herpesviral disease

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Disseminated herpesviral disease - what does this mean

Disseminated herpesviral disease is an infection caused by the herpes virus that can spread to multiple organs throughout the body. it is most commonly caused by the herpes simplex virus or the varicella zoster virus and can lead to serious complications such as organ failure, seizures, and even death.

What happens during the disease - disseminated herpesviral disease

Disseminated herpesviral disease is caused by the spread of a herpesvirus infection to multiple organs and tissues in the body. this can occur when the virus is spread through direct contact with an infected individual or through contact with a contaminated object. once the virus enters the body, it can spread through the bloodstream to other organs and tissues, leading to a wide range of symptoms including fever, rash, fatigue, and organ damage.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination
  • Blood tests
  • Urine tests
  • CT scans
  • MRI scans
  • Ultrasound scans
  • Biopsy
Additional measures:
  • Serological tests
  • Viral culture
  • Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the severity and frequency of herpesviral outbreaks.
  • Prescribing antiviral medications
  • Recommending dietary and lifestyle changes
  • Encouraging adequate rest and stress management
  • Administering immunomodulatory agents
  • Providing counseling regarding the disease and its management
  • Recommending topical treatments such as creams and ointments
  • Recommending alternative therapies such as acupuncture and herbal remedies
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Disseminated herpesviral disease - Prevention

Disseminated herpesviral disease can be prevented by practicing safe sex, avoiding contact with infected individuals, and getting vaccinated against the virus. it is also important to practice good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding sharing items that may have come into contact with saliva, such as drinking glasses or utensils.

Specified forms of the disease

(S00.0) Superficial injury of scalp
(S00.1) Contusion of eyelid and periocular area
(S00.2) Other superficial injuries of eyelid and periocular area
(S00.3) Superficial injury of nose
(S00.4) Superficial injury of ear
(S00.5) Superficial injury of lip and oral cavity
(S00.7) Multiple superficial injuries of head
(S00.8) Superficial injury of other parts of head
(S00.9) Superficial injury of head, part unspecified