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(E03.3) Postinfectious hypothyroidism
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710 530 in individuals diagnosis postinfectious hypothyroidism confirmed
37 989 deaths with diagnosis postinfectious hypothyroidism
5% mortality rate associated with the disease postinfectious hypothyroidism
Diagnosis postinfectious hypothyroidism is diagnosed Women are 57.33% more likely than Men
151 608
Men receive the diagnosis postinfectious hypothyroidism
6 755 (4.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis postinfectious hypothyroidism
31 234 (5.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease postinfectious hypothyroidism - Men aged 10-14 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features postinfectious hypothyroidism
Absence or low individual and public risk
Postinfectious hypothyroidism - what does this mean
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What happens during the disease - postinfectious hypothyroidism
Postinfectious hypothyroidism is caused by an immune-mediated destruction of the thyroid gland following a viral or bacterial infection. the infection triggers an autoimmune response in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to inflammation and destruction of the gland, resulting in a decrease in thyroid hormone production and the development of hypothyroidism.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Postinfectious hypothyroidism - Prevention
Postinfectious hypothyroidism can be prevented by avoiding infections that can lead to it, such as epstein-barr virus and coxsackie virus, as well as practicing good hygiene and getting vaccinated for preventable illnesses. additionally, a healthy diet and regular exercise can help to strengthen the immune system and reduce the risk of infection.