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(K13.1) Cheek and lip biting
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141 688 in individuals diagnosis cheek and lip biting confirmed
2 044 deaths with diagnosis cheek and lip biting
1% mortality rate associated with the disease cheek and lip biting
Diagnosis cheek and lip biting is diagnosed Men are 9.89% more likely than Women
77 848
Men receive the diagnosis cheek and lip biting
1 045 (1.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis cheek and lip biting
999 (1.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease cheek and lip biting - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features cheek and lip biting
Absence or low individual and public risk
Cheek and lip biting - what does this mean
Cheek and lip biting is a type of self-injurious behavior that is usually caused by psychological stress and/or anxiety. it is usually an unconscious behavior and can cause damage to the soft tissue of the mouth, leading to pain, infection, and scarring.
What happens during the disease - cheek and lip biting
Cheek and lip biting is a habit of repetitively biting the lips and cheeks as a result of anxiety or stress. it is hypothesized that this behavior is caused by a combination of psychological factors such as boredom, frustration, and lack of impulse control. physiologically, it is believed that the act of biting releases endorphins in the brain, providing a temporary sense of relief from the stressor. this can lead to the habit forming, and the individual may find themselves engaging in this behavior more frequently. over time, this can lead to skin irritation, infection, and even tissue damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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6 Days of Hospitalization Required
31 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Cheek and lip biting - Prevention
To prevent cheek and lip biting, it is important to practice good oral hygiene, avoid stressful situations, and keep nails trimmed and filed. additionally, it may help to keep objects such as pencils, pens, or fingernails away from the mouth, and to practice mindful breathing and relaxation techniques when feeling anxious or stressed.