(B36) Other superficial mycoses

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9 300 in individuals diagnosis other superficial mycoses confirmed
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1 714 deaths with diagnosis other superficial mycoses
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18% mortality rate associated with the disease other superficial mycoses

Diagnosis other superficial mycoses is diagnosed Women are 5.61% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis other superficial mycoses

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Women receive the diagnosis other superficial mycoses

1 714 (34.9 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease other superficial mycoses - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-14, 20-34, 40-54, 65-74, 90-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 15-19, 35-39, 55-64, 75-89, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 35-44, 75-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-34, 45-74

Disease Features other superficial mycoses

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other superficial mycoses - what does this mean

Other superficial mycoses are caused by fungi which grow on the surface of the skin, hair, or nails. these fungi can be spread through direct contact with an infected person or by contact with contaminated objects, such as towels, clothing, or bedding. in some cases, these fungi can also be inhaled from the air.

What happens during the disease - other superficial mycoses

Other superficial mycoses are a group of fungal infections that affect the skin, hair, and nails. these infections are caused by a variety of fungi such as trichophyton, epidermophyton, microsporum, and candida. these fungi typically enter the body through small cuts or abrasions in the skin, and can cause an infection when the skin is exposed to warm and humid environments. symptoms of these infections can include redness, itching, scaling, and blistering of the skin. treatment typically involves the use of antifungal creams or oral medications to kill the fungi and clear up the infection.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other superficial mycoses - Prevention

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Specified forms of the disease

(B36.0) Pityriasis versicolor
(B36.1) Tinea nigra
(B36.2) White piedra
(B36.3) Black piedra
(B36.8) Other specified superficial mycoses
(B36.9) Superficial mycosis, unspecified