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(J68.0) Bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
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50 073 in individuals diagnosis bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours confirmed
2 558 deaths with diagnosis bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
5% mortality rate associated with the disease bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Diagnosis bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is diagnosed Men are 42.09% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 038 (2.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
1 520 (10.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-9, 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 5-14, 85-89, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-84, 90-94
Disease Features bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Absence or low individual and public risk
Bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - what does this mean
Bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is caused by inhalation of toxic substances which can irritate and damage the lungs. the resulting inflammation of the airways and lungs can cause difficulty breathing, coughing, chest pain, and other respiratory symptoms.
What happens during the disease - bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours
Bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is a condition caused by the inhalation of harmful airborne particles. these particles irritate the airways and lungs, leading to inflammation, swelling, and the narrowing of the airways. this can lead to difficulty breathing, chest pain, and a persistent cough. in some cases, the inflammation may be severe enough to cause scarring and damage to the lungs, leading to long-term respiratory issues.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours - Prevention
The best way to prevent bronchitis and pneumonitis due to chemicals, gases, fumes and vapours is to limit exposure to these substances. this can be accomplished by wearing protective clothing and respiratory protection, as well as using exhaust ventilation systems and other engineering controls. additionally, employers should provide training to workers on the health hazards associated with these substances and how to protect themselves.