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(E50.6) Vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea
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10 059 in individuals diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea confirmed
Diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea is diagnosed Women are 0.51% more likely than Men
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Women receive the diagnosis vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea - 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 xerophthalmic scars of cornea
Absence or low individual and public risk
Vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea - what does this mean
Vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea is a condition that occurs when the body does not have enough vitamin a, which is necessary for healthy eyes. this can cause dryness of the eyes and lead to the formation of scar tissue in the cornea, leading to decreased vision.
What happens during the disease - vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea
Vitamin a deficiency is caused by a lack of dietary intake of vitamin a, as well as malabsorption of vitamin a from the digestive tract. this leads to a decrease in the production of retinol, which is the active form of vitamin a. as a result, the body is unable to produce enough mucous to keep the eye moist and healthy, leading to dryness and irritation of the eye. this leads to scarring of the cornea, which is known as xerophthalmic scars.
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 xerophthalmic scars of cornea - Prevention
Vitamin a deficiency with xerophthalmic scars of cornea can be prevented by eating a balanced diet including foods rich in vitamin a, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, spinach, and kale, as well as foods fortified with vitamin a, such as breakfast cereals and milk. additionally, supplementation with vitamin a can be beneficial for those at risk of deficiency.