(L10) Pemphigus

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190 040 in individuals diagnosis pemphigus confirmed
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3 763 deaths with diagnosis pemphigus
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease pemphigus

Diagnosis pemphigus is diagnosed Women are 15.67% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis pemphigus

1 911 (2.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis pemphigus

1 852 (1.7 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease pemphigus - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 60-64

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-89
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 90-95+in 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 pemphigus

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Non-contagious
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High individual risk, low public risk
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Pemphigus - what does this mean

Pemphigus is an autoimmune disorder in which the body mistakenly produces antibodies against its own skin cells, leading to blistering and painful lesions on the skin and mucous membranes.

What happens during the disease - pemphigus

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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
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Pemphigus - Prevention

The best way to prevent pemphigus is to avoid long-term exposure to certain medications, such as penicillamine and captopril, and to practice good hygiene and skin care. it is also important to avoid contact with people who have the disease, as it is contagious. additionally, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.

Specified forms of the disease

(L10.0) Pemphigus vulgaris
(L10.1) Pemphigus vegetans
(L10.2) Pemphigus foliaceus
(L10.3) Brazilian pemphigus [fogo selvagem]
(L10.4) Pemphigus erythematosus
(L10.5) Drug-induced pemphigus
(L10.8) Other pemphigus
(L10.9) Pemphigus, unspecified