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(L25.8) Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
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242 069 in individuals diagnosis unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents confirmed
Diagnosis unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents is diagnosed Women are 0.03% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents - Men and Women aged 55-59
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 unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
Absence or low individual and public risk
Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents - what does this mean
Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents is a type of skin inflammation caused by contact with an irritant or allergen, such as chemicals, plants, or metals. it can cause redness, swelling, itching, and other skin reactions.
What happens during the disease - unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents
Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents is an inflammatory skin condition caused when the skin comes into contact with an allergen or irritant. this triggers an immune response in the skin, leading to inflammation, redness, itching, and swelling. the exact cause of the reaction varies depending on the individual and the agent that caused the reaction.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Skin biopsy
- Patch testing
- Lab tests for infection
- Ruling out other causes of dermatitis
- Eliminating potential allergens
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce inflammation and itching associated with contact dermatitis due to other agents.
- Apply a topical corticosteroid cream or ointment.
- Use a moisturizer to prevent the skin from becoming dry and irritated.
- Take an oral antihistamine to reduce itching.
- Avoid contact with the allergen or irritant.
- Use a barrier cream or ointment to protect the skin.
- Take a cool bath or shower to relieve itching.
- Apply a wet compress to the affected area.
- Use a topical anti-itch cream or ointment.
- Avoid scratching the affected area.
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Unspecified contact dermatitis due to other agents - Prevention
To prevent contact dermatitis due to other agents, it is important to avoid contact with any known irritants, wear protective clothing and gloves when handling chemicals, and use mild soaps and detergents. additionally, it is important to keep skin moisturized and use mild lotions and creams to reduce irritation.