(G62.8) Other specified polyneuropathies

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1 235 580 in individuals diagnosis other specified polyneuropathies confirmed
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17 948 deaths with diagnosis other specified polyneuropathies
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease other specified polyneuropathies

Diagnosis other specified polyneuropathies is diagnosed Men are 17.74% more likely than Women

727 384

Men receive the diagnosis other specified polyneuropathies

10 340 (1.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other specified polyneuropathies

7 608 (1.5 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease other specified polyneuropathies - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 65-69

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+

Disease Features other specified polyneuropathies

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other specified polyneuropathies - what does this mean

Other specified polyneuropathies are a group of neurological disorders caused by damage to peripheral nerves, which are responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and other parts of the body. this damage can be caused by a variety of factors, including physical trauma, toxins, drugs, metabolic or endocrine disorders, autoimmune diseases, and nutritional deficiencies. symptoms vary depending on the type of polyneuropathy, but can include numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain in the arms and legs.

What happens during the disease - other specified polyneuropathies

Other specified polyneuropathies is a neurological disorder where the peripheral nerves become damaged and are unable to function properly. this damage is caused by a variety of factors, including autoimmune diseases, infections, metabolic disorders, toxins, and nutritional deficiencies. the exact mechanism of nerve damage is not fully understood, but it is thought to be related to an inflammatory response that leads to demyelination of the nerves, resulting in a loss of nerve conduction and the associated symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Other specified polyneuropathies - Prevention

The best way to prevent other specified polyneuropathies is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a balanced diet, adequate sleep, and avoidance of smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, and drug use. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene, including regular hand-washing, and to be aware of any potential environmental or occupational hazards that could increase the risk of developing this condition.