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(L60.2) Onychogryphosis
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473 368 in individuals diagnosis onychogryphosis confirmed
1 218 deaths with diagnosis onychogryphosis
Diagnosis onychogryphosis is diagnosed Men are 9.79% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis onychogryphosis
1 218 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis onychogryphosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease onychogryphosis - Men aged 15-19 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features onychogryphosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Onychogryphosis - what does this mean
Onychogryphosis is a condition in which the fingernails or toenails become thickened and curved, often resembling a ram's horn. it is caused by a combination of factors, including fungal infection, trauma, and heredity, and can be treated with topical antifungals, surgery, and lifestyle changes.
What happens during the disease - onychogryphosis
Onychogryphosis is a condition characterized by thickening, discoloration, and abnormal curvature of the nails. it is caused by a combination of factors, including poor hygiene, fungal infections, trauma to the nail, and a variety of other skin conditions. poor hygiene can lead to accumulation of dirt and bacteria beneath the nail, which can cause infection, inflammation, and nail thickening. fungal infections can also cause discoloration and thickening of the nail. trauma to the nail can cause the nail to become curved and distorted. finally, certain skin conditions such as psoriasis, eczema, and lichen planus can cause onychogryphosis.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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4 Days of Hospitalization Required
80 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment
Onychogryphosis - Prevention
Onychogryphosis can be prevented by keeping nails clean and trimmed, avoiding tight-fitting shoes, and avoiding trauma to the nails. regular moisturizing of the hands and feet can also help to prevent the condition.