(F18.6) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

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40 889 in individuals diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome confirmed
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1 802 deaths with diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome
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4% mortality rate associated with the disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

Diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome is diagnosed Men are 71.73% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

1 802 (5.1 %)

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Women receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

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Risk Group for the Disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-64, 70-79
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 65-69, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 45-49, 60-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 10-44, 50-59

Disease Features mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome - what does this mean

Mental and behavioural disorders due to the use of volatile solvents such as paint thinners, glues, and aerosols can lead to an amnesic syndrome, which is characterized by memory loss, confusion, and disorientation. in severe cases, this can lead to a complete inability to remember recent events or even personal identity.

What happens during the disease - mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome

The pathogenesis of the amnesic syndrome caused by the use of volatile solvents is due to the direct toxic effects of the solvents on the brain. the solvents are able to disrupt the normal functioning of the brain, leading to a decrease in cognitive functioning, including memory, as well as other mental and behavioural changes. this disruption of brain functioning can lead to the development of an amnesic syndrome, characterized by severe memory impairment and other cognitive deficits.

Clinical Pattern

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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33 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of volatile solvents : amnesic syndrome - Prevention

The best way to prevent mental and behavioural disorders due to the use of volatile solvents, such as amnesic syndrome, is to avoid the use of these substances altogether. if this is not possible, then it is important to use protective gear such as masks and gloves when handling them, and to ensure that the area is well ventilated. additionally, it is important to limit exposure as much as possible and to monitor any symptoms that may arise.