(G90.2) Horner syndrome

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150 012 in individuals diagnosis horner syndrome confirmed
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24 962 deaths with diagnosis horner syndrome
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17% mortality rate associated with the disease horner syndrome

Diagnosis horner syndrome is diagnosed Women are 4.87% more likely than Men

71 353

Men receive the diagnosis horner syndrome

12 730 (17.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis horner syndrome

12 232 (15.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease horner syndrome - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 15-19

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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 agein 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 horner syndrome

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Non-contagious
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Moderate individual risk, low public risk
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Horner syndrome - what does this mean

Horner syndrome is a neurological disorder caused by damage to the sympathetic nerves that control the pupil size, eyelid droop, and facial sweating. it is caused by damage to the nerves that originate in the hypothalamus and travel to the face, neck, and upper chest. the damage can be caused by a variety of conditions including stroke, tumor, trauma, or infection.

What happens during the disease - horner syndrome

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Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Horner syndrome - Prevention

Horner syndrome can be prevented by avoiding neck or head injuries, as well as avoiding the use of certain medications that can cause side effects such as dry eyes and constricted pupils. additionally, regular eye exams and screenings can help to identify any potential issues before they become more serious.

Main symptoms of the disease horner syndrome

Upper eyelid droop

(Eyelid ptosis, Eyelid sagging, Eyelid drooping, Eyelid sinking, Eyelid descent, Eyelid falling, Eyelid lowering, Eyelid droopiness)

Upper eyelid droop is a condition in which the eyelid appears to be drooping or sagging. It may be accompanied by difficulty opening the eye. It can be caused by trauma, neurological conditions, or aging. It can manifest as a drooping of the eyelid, a decrease in the amount of skin above the eyelid,...

Age: any ageAccociated with 10 diseases

Dry eye (dry eyes)

(Scleral dryness, Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, Dry eye syndrome, Dry eye disease, Evaporative dry eye, Aqueous deficient dry eye, Meibomian gland dysfunction, Ocular surface disease, Computer vision syndrome, Corneal staining)

Dry eye is a common condition in which the eyes don't produce enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly. Symptoms include a feeling of dryness, burning, stinging, redness, and blurred vision. Dry eye can develop gradually or suddenly, and can be caused by environmental factors, medications, o...

Age: any ageAccociated with 12 diseases

Pupil constriction

(Narrowed pupils, Pinpoint pupils, Miosis, Pupillary contraction, Pupillary constriction)

Pupil constriction is a symptom in which the pupils of the eyes become smaller than usual. It is often caused by exposure to bright light, or by certain medications. It can also be caused by an underlying medical condition, such as an infection or an eye injury. The constriction of the pupils is usu...

Age: At null Years OldAccociated with 1 diseases

Retraction of the eyeball

(Eyeball retraction, Recession of the eyeball, Eyeball recession, Retraction of the eye, Recession of the eye, Eye retraction, Eye recession)

Retraction of the eyeball is a condition in which the eyeball is pulled back into its socket. It is usually accompanied by a decrease in the size of the visible white area of the eye. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, such as inflammation of the eye muscles, orbital tumors, or nerve damag...

Age: At null Years OldAccociated with 1 diseases