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(L23.0) Allergic contact dermatitis due to metals
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762 896 in individuals diagnosis allergic contact dermatitis due to metals confirmed
Diagnosis allergic contact dermatitis due to metals is diagnosed Women are 16.72% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis allergic contact dermatitis due to metals
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis allergic contact dermatitis due to metals
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease allergic contact dermatitis due to metals - Men and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features allergic contact dermatitis due to metals
Absence or low individual and public risk
Allergic contact dermatitis due to metals - what does this mean
Allergic contact dermatitis due to metals occurs when a person is exposed to metal allergens, such as nickel, cobalt, chromium, and palladium, which can cause a skin reaction. this reaction can range from mild redness and itching to severe swelling and blistering.
What happens during the disease - allergic contact dermatitis due to metals
Allergic contact dermatitis due to metals is caused by the body's immune reaction to metals such as nickel, cobalt, and chromium. when the metal comes in contact with the skin, the body's immune system recognizes it as a foreign substance and produces antibodies to fight it. this results in the release of inflammatory chemicals, such as histamine, which cause redness, swelling, itching, and other symptoms of allergic contact dermatitis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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12 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Allergic contact dermatitis due to metals - Prevention
The best way to prevent allergic contact dermatitis due to metals is to avoid contact with the offending metal. if contact is unavoidable, it is important to wear protective gloves and clothing when handling the metal, and to wash the skin thoroughly after contact. additionally, it is important to use products that do not contain the metal, such as hypoallergenic jewelry and personal care products.