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(B21.9) Hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
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18 133 in individuals diagnosis hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm confirmed
16 857 deaths with diagnosis hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
93% mortality rate associated with the disease hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
Diagnosis hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm is diagnosed Men are 48.72% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
11 316 (83.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
5 541 (119.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 30-34
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 25-69
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-24, 70-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19, 25-29, 45-54, 60-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 20-24, 30-44, 55-59, 75-79
Disease Features hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm - what does this mean
Hiv disease results in unspecified malignant neoplasm when the virus weakens the immune system, allowing cancerous cells to develop and grow unchecked. this can cause various types of cancer, including lymphomas, kaposi's sarcoma, and cervical cancer.
What happens during the disease - hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm
Hiv infection causes a wide range of malignancies, including lymphomas, kaposi's sarcoma, and cervical cancer. the virus can directly damage the immune system, allowing for uncontrolled growth of cancerous cells. it can also cause indirect damage by stimulating an abnormal immune response that leads to chronic inflammation, which can increase the risk of cancer. additionally, hiv can cause an increased risk of infection with other viruses, such as the human papillomavirus, which can lead to the development of cancerous cells.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Laboratory tests such as blood tests, CD4 count, and viral load tests
- Imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs
- Biopsy of the affected area
- Endoscopy
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the severity of the HIV disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm.
- Administer antiretroviral drugs to reduce HIV viral load
- Provide counseling and support to help patients cope with their diagnosis
- Provide nutritional guidance to ensure optimal health
- Provide physical therapy to help improve mobility and reduce pain
- Administer chemotherapy to reduce the size of the neoplasm
- Administer radiation therapy to reduce the size of the neoplasm
- Administer immunotherapy to boost the immune system
- Provide psychological counseling to help patients cope with their diagnosis
- Provide palliative care to reduce pain and improve quality of life
28 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasm - Prevention
The best way to prevent hiv disease resulting in unspecified malignant neoplasms is by practicing safe sex, using condoms, and avoiding contact with infected body fluids. additionally, it is important to get tested regularly and receive prompt treatment if infected. vaccines may also be available in certain areas.