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(L94.2) Calcinosis cutis
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285 592 in individuals diagnosis calcinosis cutis confirmed
1 434 deaths with diagnosis calcinosis cutis
1% mortality rate associated with the disease calcinosis cutis
Diagnosis calcinosis cutis is diagnosed Women are 50.49% more likely than Men
70 701
Men receive the diagnosis calcinosis cutis
1 434 (2.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis calcinosis cutis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease calcinosis cutis - Men and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 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 calcinosis cutis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Calcinosis cutis - what does this mean
Calcinosis cutis is a skin condition characterized by the deposition of calcium salts in the dermis and subcutaneous tissues, resulting in firm, white-to-yellow nodules. it is caused by an abnormal accumulation of calcium in the body, which can be due to a variety of underlying conditions, such as hyperparathyroidism, renal failure, and diabetes.
What happens during the disease - calcinosis cutis
Calcinosis cutis is a condition in which calcium deposits form in the skin and underlying tissues. it is caused by an imbalance in the body's normal calcium metabolism, leading to an accumulation of calcium in the skin. this can be due to an underlying medical condition, such as an endocrine disorder, or may be due to certain medications or environmental factors. the calcium deposits can cause pain, inflammation, and skin discoloration, and can lead to infections if left untreated.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Skin biopsy
- Blood tests to rule out underlying metabolic, endocrine, or autoimmune disorders
- Imaging studies to assess the extent of the disease and to rule out other causes of skin lesions
- Urine tests to check for calcium crystals
- Skin culture to rule out infection
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of treatment: To reduce the size and number of calcinosis cutis lesions.
- Administer corticosteroid injections to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
- Prescribe topical medications to reduce inflammation.
- Perform surgical excision to remove the lesions.
- Administer intralesional injections of calcitonin to reduce the size of the lesions.
- Prescribe anticonvulsants to reduce the risk of seizures.
- Perform laser surgery to reduce the size of the lesions.
- Prescribe topical retinoids to reduce the size of the lesions.
- Perform cryotherapy to reduce the size of the lesions.
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Calcinosis cutis - Prevention
Calcinosis cutis is a skin condition that is best prevented by avoiding long-term exposure to sunlight and other environmental factors that can cause skin damage, as well as maintaining a healthy lifestyle and diet that supports healthy skin. additionally, it is important to practice good skin care habits such as moisturizing regularly and using sunscreen when outdoors.