(J66) Airway disease due to specific organic dust

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6 526 in individuals diagnosis airway disease due to specific organic dust confirmed
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3 992 deaths with diagnosis airway disease due to specific organic dust
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61% mortality rate associated with the disease airway disease due to specific organic dust

Diagnosis airway disease due to specific organic dust is diagnosed Men are 5.91% more likely than Women

3 456

Men receive the diagnosis airway disease due to specific organic dust

2 681 (77.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis airway disease due to specific organic dust

1 311 (42.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease airway disease due to specific organic dust - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 35-39

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 30-39, 45-74
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-29, 40-44, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 20-34, 40-49, 75-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-19, 35-39, 50-74

Disease Features airway disease due to specific organic dust

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Airway disease due to specific organic dust - what does this mean

Airway disease due to specific organic dust occurs when a person inhales particles from organic dust, such as mold, bacteria, fungi, or animal dander, which can irritate and inflame the airways, leading to symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. this can lead to more serious conditions such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

What happens during the disease - airway disease due to specific organic dust

Airway disease due to specific organic dust is caused by the inhalation of organic dust particles, which can irritate and damage the airways and lungs. the dust particles can cause inflammation, leading to airway obstruction, airway hyper-responsiveness, and mucus secretion, which can lead to asthma, chronic bronchitis, and other airway diseases.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Review patient's medical history
  • Physical examination
  • Spirometry
  • Pulmonary function tests
  • Chest X-ray
  • CT scan
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Arterial blood gas analysis
  • Allergy testing
  • Environmental sampling

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal: To improve airway health and reduce symptoms of airway disease due to specific organic dust.
  • Avoid exposure to organic dust.
  • Use air purifiers and air filters.
  • Take medications to reduce inflammation.
  • Use humidifiers to moisten airways.
  • Inhale steam to reduce inflammation.
  • Undergo physical therapy to improve breathing.
  • Perform breathing exercises to strengthen airways.
  • Eat a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
  • Quit smoking and avoid second-hand smoke.
  • Get plenty of rest and exercise regularly.
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Airway disease due to specific organic dust - Prevention

The best way to prevent airway disease due to specific organic dust is to reduce exposure to the dust. this can be done by using proper ventilation systems and personal protective equipment such as respirators, face masks, and gloves. in addition, it is important to ensure that the work area is regularly cleaned and that workers are provided with adequate training in the proper use of safety equipment.

Specified forms of the disease

(J66.0) Byssinosis
(J66.1) Flax-dresser disease
(J66.2) Cannabinosis
(J66.8) Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts