(G72.4) Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

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349 096 in individuals diagnosis inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified confirmed
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8 471 deaths with diagnosis inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

Diagnosis inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified is diagnosed Men are 5.94% more likely than Women

184 919

Men receive the diagnosis inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

4 309 (2.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

4 162 (2.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified - what does this mean

Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified is a rare autoimmune disorder in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy muscle tissue. this causes inflammation of the muscles, leading to muscle weakness and pain.

What happens during the disease - inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified

Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified, is an autoimmune disorder in which the body's own immune system attacks the muscle fibers, leading to inflammation, muscle weakness, and fatigue. this condition is believed to be caused by an abnormal immune response to an environmental trigger, such as an infection, that results in the production of autoantibodies that attack muscle fibers.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified - Prevention

Inflammatory myopathy, not elsewhere classified, can be prevented by maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, eating a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking. it is also important to practice good hygiene and get regular medical check-ups to detect any early signs of the disease.