(D10) Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

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555 143 in individuals diagnosis benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx confirmed
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3 634 deaths with diagnosis benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

Diagnosis benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx is diagnosed Men are 8.71% more likely than Women

301 753

Men receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

1 002 (0.3 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

2 632 (1.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 55-59

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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 agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx - what does this mean

Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx is a condition in which a non-cancerous tumor grows in the mouth or pharynx, which is the area of the throat behind the nose and mouth. these tumors are usually caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors, and can range in size from small, localized growths to larger masses that can cause difficulty breathing or swallowing.

What happens during the disease - benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx

Benign neoplasms of the mouth and pharynx are caused by abnormal cell growth in the mucosal lining of the mouth and pharynx, which can be caused by environmental factors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, or exposure to certain chemicals. these abnormal cells can then cause an overgrowth of the tissue, leading to the formation of a tumor. in some cases, the tumor may become cancerous if it is not treated in a timely manner.

Clinical Pattern

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Benign neoplasm of mouth and pharynx - Prevention

The best way to prevent benign neoplasms of the mouth and pharynx is to practice good oral hygiene, avoid smoking and excessive alcohol consumption, and maintain a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables. additionally, it is important to see a dentist regularly for check-ups and to make sure any suspicious lesions are investigated.

Specified forms of the disease

(D10.0) Benign neoplasm: Lip
(D10.1) Benign neoplasm: Tongue
(D10.2) Benign neoplasm: Floor of mouth
(D10.3) Benign neoplasm: Other and unspecified parts of mouth
(D10.4) Benign neoplasm: Tonsil
(D10.5) Benign neoplasm: Other parts of oropharynx
(D10.6) Benign neoplasm: Nasopharynx
(D10.7) Benign neoplasm: Hypopharynx
(D10.9) Benign neoplasm: Pharynx, unspecified