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(J68.8) Other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
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50 073 in individuals diagnosis other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours confirmed
2 558 deaths with diagnosis other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
5% mortality rate associated with the disease other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Diagnosis other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is diagnosed Men are 42.09% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 038 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 520 (10.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 85-89, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-84, 90-94
Disease Features other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - what does this mean
Other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours are caused by exposure to toxic substances in the air, either through inhalation or skin contact. these substances can irritate the airways and lungs, leading to inflammation and other respiratory symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. long-term exposure can lead to more serious conditions such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and even cancer.
What happens during the disease - other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
The pathogenesis of respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is caused by the inhalation of these substances, which can irritate, inflame, and damage the lungs, causing a range of symptoms including coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. this can lead to a variety of respiratory conditions, such as asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Exam
- Chest X-ray
- Spirometry Test
- Arterial Blood Gas Test
- Pulmonary Function Test
- CT Scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Polysomnography
- Allergy Tests
- Environmental Exposure Tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms and improve the patient's overall health.
- Administering oxygen therapy
- Avoiding exposure to the offending agents
- Administering medications to reduce inflammation and open airways
- Using bronchodilators to open up the airways
- Performing chest physiotherapy to loosen secretions
- Using humidifiers to increase air moisture
- Providing breathing exercises to improve breathing
- Providing psychological support to reduce stress
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Prevention
The best way to prevent respiratory conditions due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is to limit exposure to these substances as much as possible. this can be done by wearing protective clothing and respirators, using ventilation systems, and properly disposing of hazardous materials. employers should also provide safety training to workers to ensure that they are aware of the risks and how to protect themselves.