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(T36) Poisoning by systemic antibiotics
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698 736 in individuals diagnosis poisoning by systemic antibiotics confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning by systemic antibiotics is diagnosed Women are 15.60% more likely than Men
294 855
Men receive the diagnosis poisoning by systemic antibiotics
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning by systemic antibiotics
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning by systemic antibiotics - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features poisoning by systemic antibiotics
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning by systemic antibiotics - what does this mean
Systemic antibiotics are drugs that are taken orally or injected into the body and circulate throughout the bloodstream. poisoning by systemic antibiotics occurs when too much of the drug is taken, leading to an accumulation of the drug in the body that can cause serious side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, and confusion. in extreme cases, poisoning can lead to organ damage and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning by systemic antibiotics
Systemic antibiotics are medications that are taken orally or intravenously to treat bacterial infections. when taken in large doses or for a prolonged period of time, systemic antibiotics can cause poisoning. this is because the medication can accumulate in the body and become toxic, affecting the organs and other systems of the body. symptoms of poisoning by systemic antibiotics include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dizziness, and confusion. in severe cases, it can lead to organ failure, coma, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Order a complete blood count and chemistry panel.
- Obtain a detailed history of the patient's antibiotic use.
- Perform a physical examination.
- Order a urine culture.
- Order a stool culture.
- Order a liver function test.
- Order a renal function test.
- Perform an electrocardiogram (ECG).
- Order a chest X-ray.
- Order an abdominal ultrasound.
- Order a CT scan.
- Order a MRI scan.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Poisoning by Systemic Antibiotics
- Administer antidote medications or other treatments to counteract the effects of the antibiotics.
- Provide supportive treatments, such as intravenous fluids, to help flush the antibiotics from the body.
- Prescribe medications to reduce the symptoms of the poisoning, such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
- Monitor vital signs and electrolyte levels to ensure proper hydration and to assess the severity of the poisoning.
- Monitor the patient for any complications that may arise from the poisoning.
- Provide education about the dangers of antibiotic poisoning and how to avoid it in the future.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning by systemic antibiotics - Prevention
The prevention of poisoning by systemic antibiotics can be achieved by following the instructions of the healthcare professional regarding the dosage and duration of the medication. additionally, it is important to avoid taking antibiotics for minor illnesses and to always finish the prescribed course of antibiotics.