(K51.3) Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

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2 733 307 in individuals diagnosis ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis confirmed
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29 217 deaths with diagnosis ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis
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1% mortality rate associated with the disease ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

Diagnosis ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis is diagnosed Men are 5.81% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

15 381 (1.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

13 836 (1.1 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis - Men aged 25-29 and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
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in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis - what does this mean

Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis is a long-term digestive disorder caused by inflammation of the rectum and sigmoid colon. it is characterized by the formation of ulcers in the lining of the rectum and sigmoid colon, leading to abdominal pain, diarrhea, rectal bleeding, and weight loss.

What happens during the disease - ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis

Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease (ibd) that affects the rectum and sigmoid colon. it is characterized by an abnormal immune response to the body's own bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract, leading to chronic inflammation and ulceration of the rectal and sigmoid colon walls. this inflammation can cause abdominal pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and rectal bleeding. in some cases, it can also lead to an increased risk of colorectal cancer.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis - Prevention

The prevention of ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis involves maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. it is also important to practice good hygiene and to get regular checkups to detect any early signs of the disease.