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(L56.1) Drug photoallergic response
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49 749 in individuals diagnosis drug photoallergic response confirmed
2 681 deaths with diagnosis drug photoallergic response
5% mortality rate associated with the disease drug photoallergic response
Diagnosis drug photoallergic response is diagnosed Women are 16.37% more likely than Men
20 802
Men receive the diagnosis drug photoallergic response
2 681 (12.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis drug photoallergic response
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease drug photoallergic response - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features drug photoallergic response
Absence or low individual and public risk
Drug photoallergic response - what does this mean
Drug photoallergic response is an immune-mediated reaction to a drug that only occurs when the drug is exposed to ultraviolet light. it is caused by the formation of a photoproduct, which is a chemical compound created when the drug interacts with uv light. this photoproduct can then bind to proteins in the body and trigger an immune response, resulting in an allergic reaction.
What happens during the disease - drug photoallergic response
Drug photoallergic response is an immune-mediated reaction that occurs when the body's immune system becomes sensitized to a specific drug after exposure to ultraviolet (uv) light. the drug binds with a protein in the skin, which triggers the release of inflammatory chemicals that cause an allergic reaction. this reaction can manifest as a rash, itching, swelling, or hives. in some cases, the reaction can be more severe and involve other organs, including the lungs, heart, and liver.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a thorough medical history, including a list of medications taken in the past.
- Perform a physical examination to identify any signs of a drug-induced rash.
- Order laboratory tests to determine the presence of any antibodies or other immune system markers.
- Perform a skin patch test to identify the specific drug causing the reaction.
- Conduct a photopatch test to determine if the reaction is photoallergic in nature.
- Administer a drug challenge test to confirm the diagnosis.
- Prescribe an alternative medication or treatment to manage the symptoms.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce and eliminate the drug photoallergic response
- Discontinue the use of the offending drug
- Avoid sun exposure
- Apply topical corticosteroid creams or ointments
- Use oral antihistamines
- Use oral corticosteroids
- Use phototherapy
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Drug photoallergic response - Prevention
Drug photoallergic response can be prevented by avoiding direct exposure to sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet radiation while taking the drug, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreen with a high sun protection factor.