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(D23.6) Benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder
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2 044 459 in individuals diagnosis benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder confirmed
Diagnosis benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder is diagnosed Women are 5.94% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder
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Women receive the diagnosis benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder - Men and Women aged 60-64
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 benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder
Absence or low individual and public risk
Benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder - what does this mean
Benign neoplasm of the skin of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is a condition in which abnormal cells form a mass or lump in the skin of the upper limb, including the shoulder. these abnormal cells are not cancerous, but they can cause pain, discomfort, and changes in the appearance of the skin.
What happens during the disease - benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder
Benign neoplasm of the skin of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is caused by the abnormal growth of cells in the skin tissue. this can be caused by various factors such as uv radiation, exposure to certain chemicals, genetic predisposition, or chronic inflammation. this abnormal growth can manifest itself in the form of a lump or tumor in the skin, which can be benign or malignant.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of skin lesion
- Biopsy of lesion
- Imaging tests (X-ray, CT scan, MRI)
- Ultrasound
- Blood tests
- Tissue culture
- Molecular testing
- Skin biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the size of the benign neoplasm and prevent its spread.
- Undergo a biopsy to determine the exact nature of the neoplasm.
- Administer medications such as topical steroids or anti-inflammatory agents to reduce inflammation and swelling.
- Perform cryosurgery to freeze and destroy the neoplasm.
- Perform Mohs surgery to remove the neoplasm in layers.
- Perform laser surgery to remove the neoplasm.
- Perform radiation therapy to shrink the neoplasm.
- Perform chemotherapy to reduce the size of the neoplasm.
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
68 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Benign neoplasm: skin of upper limb, including shoulder - Prevention
The best way to prevent benign neoplasms of the skin of the upper limb, including the shoulder, is to practice good skin health habits such as avoiding excessive exposure to the sun, wearing protective clothing when outdoors, and avoiding activities that may cause skin trauma. regular self-examinations and professional skin exams are also recommended to detect any changes early.