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(F11.2) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
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1 291 711 in individuals diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome confirmed
7 961 deaths with diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
1% mortality rate associated with the disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
Diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome is diagnosed Men are 49.53% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
4 940 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
3 021 (0.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome - Men aged 30-34 and Women aged 25-29
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-94
Disease Features mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome - what does this mean
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids: dependence syndrome is caused by repeated use of opioids over time, which can lead to physical and psychological dependence. this can result in changes in behaviour, such as cravings, impaired control over use, and withdrawal symptoms when the drug is not used.
What happens during the disease - mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome
The pathogenesis of mental and behavioural disorders due to opioid dependence syndrome is complex and multi-faceted. long-term use of opioids can lead to changes in the brain's reward system, causing an addiction to the drug and an inability to control its use. this can result in impaired cognitive processes, increased anxiety, and increased risk of developing psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety. additionally, opioid use can lead to changes in the brain chemistry, which can also result in changes in behaviour and mood.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of the patient
- Psychological assessment
- Toxicology screening
- Urine drug test
- Blood test
- Imaging tests, such as CT scan or MRI
- Psychological tests
- Interview with the patient's family and friends
- Drug use history
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the physical and psychological dependence on opioids and to increase the patient's ability to function in their daily life.
- Provide psychotherapeutic treatments, such as cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing.
- Prescribe medications, such as buprenorphine, naltrexone, and methadone.
- Provide social and vocational support.
- Provide individual and group counseling.
- Provide support for family members and close friends.
- Provide education about the risks of opioid use.
- Provide referrals to community services, such as support groups and 12-step programs.
- Provide referrals to addiction specialists.
- Provide referrals to detoxification programs.
- Provide referrals to residential treatment programs.
36 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids : dependence syndrome - Prevention
The best way to prevent mental and behavioural disorders due to use of opioids is to avoid using them altogether. if opioids are necessary, it is important to follow the prescription exactly as instructed by the doctor, to avoid taking more than prescribed, and to not take opioids for longer than necessary. additionally, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of opioid dependence, and to seek help if any of these signs and symptoms start to appear.