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(G62.2) Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
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1 235 580 in individuals diagnosis polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents confirmed
17 948 deaths with diagnosis polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
2% mortality rate associated with the disease polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
Diagnosis polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents is diagnosed Men are 17.74% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
10 340 (1.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
7 608 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+
Disease Features polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
Absence or low individual and public risk
Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents - what does this mean
Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents is a disorder caused by exposure to certain toxins, such as certain industrial chemicals, insecticides, and heavy metals, that damage the peripheral nerves. this damage can cause numbness, tingling, burning, and weakness in the arms and legs and can affect the autonomic nervous system, leading to problems with blood pressure, heart rate, digestion, and bladder control.
What happens during the disease - polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents is a condition in which the peripheral nerves become damaged from exposure to toxic agents. the damage is caused by the toxic agent disrupting the normal functioning of the nerves, leading to impaired nerve conduction and a decrease in nerve function. this can cause symptoms such as muscle weakness, numbness, and pain. in some cases, the damage may be permanent. treatment typically involves avoiding further exposure to the toxic agent and managing symptoms with medications and physical therapy.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination and medical history
- Blood tests to check for toxins
- Electromyography (EMG) to measure the electrical activity of muscles
- Nerve conduction velocity (NCV) test to measure the speed of signals traveling along nerves
- Imaging tests such as MRI or CT scans to look for signs of nerve damage
- Lumbar puncture (spinal tap) to look for signs of inflammation or infection in the spinal cord or brain
- Biopsy of nerve tissue to look for signs of inflammation or damage
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: Treating Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents
- Identifying and avoiding the toxic agents responsible for the Polyneuropathy
- Managing the underlying cause of the Polyneuropathy
- Managing the symptoms of the Polyneuropathy
- Providing medications to reduce pain and inflammation
- Providing physical therapy to improve mobility and strength
- Providing occupational therapy to help with daily activities
- Providing psychological support to help cope with the condition
- Providing nutritional advice to improve overall health
- Providing lifestyle modifications to reduce the risk of further complications
24 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents - Prevention
The best way to prevent polyneuropathy due to other toxic agents is to avoid exposure to any known toxic agents. if this is not possible, then proper protective gear and safety measures should be taken to minimize the risk of exposure. additionally, regular check-ups and tests should be done to ensure that any signs of polyneuropathy are caught early and treated quickly.