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(L57) Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
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60 840 in individuals diagnosis skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation confirmed
633 deaths with diagnosis skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
1% mortality rate associated with the disease skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
Diagnosis skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation is diagnosed Women are 38.25% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
321 (1.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
312 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation - Men aged 70-74 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-19, 25-39, 45-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 20-24, 40-44, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-19
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 20-95+
Disease Features skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
Absence or low individual and public risk
Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation - what does this mean
Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation occurs when the skin is exposed to high levels of radiation over a long period of time. this can cause skin cancer, premature aging, and other skin changes such as discoloration, dryness, and itching.
What happens during the disease - skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation
Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation is caused by the direct effect of the radiation on the cells of the skin. this radiation damages the dna of the skin cells, leading to an increase in mutations and changes in the structure and function of the skin cells. this can lead to the development of precancerous and cancerous changes, as well as other skin changes such as discoloration, dryness, and wrinkles.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of skin changes
- Measurement of radiation exposure
- Biopsy of affected skin
- Blood tests to check for signs of infection
- Imaging tests such as X-ray or CT scan
- Skin patch test to assess sensitivity
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation.
- Educate patient on the importance of skin protection.
- Apply sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher.
- Limit sun exposure, especially between 10am-4pm.
- Wear protective clothing such as hats, long sleeves, and sunglasses.
- Use topical medications to reduce inflammation.
- Undergo laser treatments to reduce discoloration.
- Use chemical peels to reduce discoloration.
- Undergo light therapy to reduce inflammation.
- Inject corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
7 Days of Hospitalization Required
33 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation - Prevention
Prevention of skin changes due to chronic exposure to nonionizing radiation can include limiting exposure to the radiation, wearing protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts and pants, wearing sunscreen, and avoiding tanning beds. additionally, regular skin checks by a doctor can help to detect any changes early and allow for early treatment.