(J70.9) Respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

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99 238 in individuals diagnosis respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent confirmed
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5 233 deaths with diagnosis respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent
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5% mortality rate associated with the disease respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

Diagnosis respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent is diagnosed Men are 3.52% more likely than Women

51 367

Men receive the diagnosis respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

2 686 (5.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

2 547 (5.3 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 25-29
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-95+

Disease Features respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent - what does this mean

Respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent occur when an unknown or unidentified agent, such as a virus, bacteria, or allergen, causes inflammation of the airways, resulting in difficulty breathing, chest tightness, and coughing.

What happens during the disease - respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent

Respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent is caused by an unknown agent that enters the respiratory system and causes inflammation of the airways, resulting in difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. this inflammation can lead to decreased airflow and increased mucus production, which can further worsen the symptoms.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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20 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agent - Prevention

In order to prevent respiratory conditions due to unspecified external agents, it is important to avoid exposure to any potential environmental triggers, such as smoke, dust, and other pollutants. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene habits, such as washing hands regularly and avoiding contact with people who are sick. vaccinations may also be recommended for some respiratory conditions.