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(W44) Foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
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536 851 in individuals diagnosis foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice confirmed
3 691 deaths with diagnosis foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
1% mortality rate associated with the disease foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
Diagnosis foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice is diagnosed Men are 35.82% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
1 874 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
1 817 (1.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
Absence or low individual and public risk
Foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice - what does this mean
Foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice is a condition where an object enters the eye or a natural orifice, such as the nose or ear, and is unable to be removed. it can be caused by direct contact with the object, or by an object being propelled into the eye or orifice by a strong force such as a sneeze or blow. symptoms may include pain, redness, and tearing. treatment can include removal of the object, antibiotics, and/or surgery.
What happens during the disease - foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice
Foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice is a condition caused by the presence of a foreign object in the eye or natural orifice, such as the ear or nose. this can occur when an object is forced into the eye or natural orifice, or when a small object is accidentally inhaled or ingested. this can cause irritation, inflammation, and infection, and can lead to further complications, including vision problems, hearing loss, or even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Conduct a physical exam
- Order an X-ray or CT scan
- Perform an endoscopy
- Perform an ultrasound
- Order blood tests
- Order a urine test
- Conduct a biopsy
- Perform an MRI or CT scan
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Remove foreign body from the eye or natural orifice.
- Thoroughly examine the eye or natural orifice for the foreign body.
- Gently flush the eye or natural orifice with a saline solution to try and remove the foreign body.
- If the foreign body is still present, use a cotton swab to try and remove it.
- If the foreign body is still present, use tweezers to carefully remove it.
- If the foreign body is embedded in the eye or natural orifice, use a scalpel to carefully remove it.
- If the foreign body is still present, refer the patient to an ophthalmologist for further treatment.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Foreign body entering into or through eye or natural orifice - Prevention
The best way to prevent foreign bodies entering the eye or natural orifices is to wear protective eyewear and face masks when working with hazardous materials, and to be aware of one's surroundings at all times. additionally, it is important to keep hands and fingers clean, and to avoid contact with foreign objects.