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(J67.6) Maple-bark-stripper lung
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131 655 in individuals diagnosis maple-bark-stripper lung confirmed
9 379 deaths with diagnosis maple-bark-stripper lung
7% mortality rate associated with the disease maple-bark-stripper lung
Diagnosis maple-bark-stripper lung is diagnosed Men are 0.37% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis maple-bark-stripper lung
6 508 (9.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis maple-bark-stripper lung
2 871 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease maple-bark-stripper 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 maple-bark-stripper lung
Absence or low individual and public risk
Maple-bark-stripper lung - what does this mean
Maple-bark-stripper lung is an occupational lung disease caused by inhaling the dust from maple bark stripping. the dust particles contain a variety of microorganisms, including fungi, bacteria, and molds, which can cause inflammation in the lungs and lead to serious respiratory problems.
What happens during the disease - maple-bark-stripper lung
Maple-bark-stripper lung is a condition caused by the inhalation of airborne particles and dust created when stripping bark from maple trees. the particles and dust contain bacteria, fungi, and other pathogens which can cause inflammation and irritation of the respiratory tract, leading to symptoms such as coughing, wheezing, chest pain, and shortness of breath. in more severe cases, the inflammation can cause permanent damage to the lungs, leading to scarring and difficulty breathing.
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
Maple-bark-stripper lung - Prevention
Maple-bark-stripper lung is a respiratory illness caused by inhaling sawdust from bark stripping. to prevent this disease, it is important to wear a respirator or a face mask while working with wood, and to ensure that the workplace is well-ventilated. additionally, it is important to avoid inhaling the sawdust, and to take regular breaks to allow the lungs to recover.