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(E50.0) Vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis
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10 059 in individuals diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis confirmed
Diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis is diagnosed Women are 0.51% more likely than Men
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0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis - Men and Women aged 80-84
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 45-49, 65-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-44, 50-64, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-39, 50-59, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 40-49, 60-94
Disease Features vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis - what does this mean
Vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis is a condition caused by a lack of vitamin a in the body, leading to dryness and irritation of the conjunctiva, the thin membrane that covers the white of the eye and inner eyelid. this can lead to inflammation and scarring of the conjunctiva, which can cause vision problems.
What happens during the disease - vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis
Vitamin a deficiency results in a reduction in the production of the mucin layer of the conjunctival surface, leading to an increase in water loss from the surface of the eye. this increased water loss causes the conjunctival surface to become dry and scaly, a condition known as conjunctival xerosis.
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
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis - Prevention
The best way to prevent vitamin a deficiency with conjunctival xerosis is to ensure that individuals have a balanced diet that includes foods rich in vitamin a, such as dark green leafy vegetables, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, and animal products such as eggs, liver, and milk. additionally, individuals should ensure that they are taking any necessary supplements and regularly visit their doctor for check-ups.