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(J67.7) Air-conditioner and humidifier lung
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131 655 in individuals diagnosis air-conditioner and humidifier lung confirmed
9 379 deaths with diagnosis air-conditioner and humidifier lung
7% mortality rate associated with the disease air-conditioner and humidifier lung
Diagnosis air-conditioner and humidifier lung is diagnosed Men are 0.37% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis air-conditioner and humidifier lung
6 508 (9.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis air-conditioner and humidifier lung
2 871 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease air-conditioner and humidifier lung - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-89
Disease Features air-conditioner and humidifier lung
Absence or low individual and public risk
Air-conditioner and humidifier lung - what does this mean
Air-conditioner and humidifier lung is caused by exposure to mold and bacteria that can grow in air-conditioners and humidifiers. these organisms can be inhaled and cause an allergic reaction in the lungs, leading to coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - air-conditioner and humidifier lung
Air-conditioner and humidifier lung is a form of hypersensitivity pneumonitis caused by exposure to environmental fungi, bacteria, and other organic matter that accumulate in air-conditioners and humidifiers. the inhalation of these particles leads to an inflammatory response in the lungs, which can lead to fibrosis, scarring, and ultimately, respiratory failure.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Air-conditioner and humidifier lung - Prevention
Air-conditioner and humidifier lung can be prevented by regularly cleaning and maintaining air-conditioners and humidifiers, using filtered water, and avoiding the use of moldy or contaminated water. additionally, it is important to change air filters regularly, and ensure that air-conditioners and humidifiers are kept in well-ventilated rooms.