(L68) Hypertrichosis

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13 096 in individuals diagnosis hypertrichosis confirmed
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3 301 deaths with diagnosis hypertrichosis
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25% mortality rate associated with the disease hypertrichosis

Diagnosis hypertrichosis is diagnosed Women are 95.72% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis hypertrichosis

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Women receive the diagnosis hypertrichosis

3 301 (25.8 %)

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Risk Group for the Disease hypertrichosis - Men aged 0 and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 45-49, 55-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-1, 5-44, 50-54

Disease Features hypertrichosis

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Non-contagious
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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Hypertrichosis - what does this mean

Hypertrichosis is a condition characterized by excessive hair growth on any part of the body, which is not generally affected by hormones. it can be caused by genetic mutations, hormonal imbalances, certain medications, or underlying medical conditions.

What happens during the disease - hypertrichosis

Hypertrichosis is a condition in which there is an abnormal amount of hair growth on the body. it is caused by an overproduction of androgens, which are hormones that regulate hair growth. this overproduction of androgens can be caused by certain genetic mutations, endocrine disorders, or certain medications. it can also be caused by certain skin conditions, such as psoriasis, or by exposure to certain chemicals.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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3 Days of Hospitalization Required
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38 Hours Required for Outpatient Treatment

Hypertrichosis - Prevention

Hypertrichosis is a condition characterized by excessive hair growth on the body, and can be prevented by avoiding exposure to certain chemicals and radiation, maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle, and avoiding certain medications.

Specified forms of the disease

(L68.0) Hirsutism
(L68.1) Acquired hypertrichosis lanuginosa
(L68.2) Localized hypertrichosis
(L68.3) Polytrichia
(L68.8) Other hypertrichosis
(L68.9) Hypertrichosis, unspecified