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(L95.8) Other vasculitis limited to skin
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225 141 in individuals diagnosis other vasculitis limited to skin confirmed
3 427 deaths with diagnosis other vasculitis limited to skin
2% mortality rate associated with the disease other vasculitis limited to skin
Diagnosis other vasculitis limited to skin is diagnosed Women are 16.09% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis other vasculitis limited to skin
1 749 (1.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis other vasculitis limited to skin
1 678 (1.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease other vasculitis limited to skin - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features other vasculitis limited to skin
Absence or low individual and public risk
Other vasculitis limited to skin - what does this mean
Other vasculitis limited to skin is a type of vasculitis that is restricted to the skin and does not affect any other organs or systems. it is caused by inflammation of the blood vessels in the skin, which can be due to an autoimmune response, infection, or other unknown causes. symptoms can include rash, skin ulcers, and joint pain. treatment typically involves corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, or other medications to reduce inflammation.
What happens during the disease - other vasculitis limited to skin
Other vasculitis limited to the skin is an inflammatory disorder of the blood vessels in the skin. this disorder is caused by an immune system malfunction, resulting in an overproduction of antibodies which attack the body's own healthy tissues. this leads to inflammation of the walls of the blood vessels, causing them to become weak and leaky, resulting in the formation of rashes, ulcers, and other skin lesions.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Complete physical examination
- Blood tests (e.g. CBC, ESR, ANA, RF, complement levels)
- Skin biopsy
- Imaging studies (e.g. X-ray, ultrasound, CT scan, MRI)
- Urine tests
- Pulmonary function tests
- Cardiac tests
- Electrocardiogram
- Skin patch testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce inflammation and prevent further damage to the skin.
- Prescribe topical or oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
- Prescribe immunosuppressants to reduce the body's immune response.
- Prescribe antibiotics to prevent infection.
- Prescribe antihistamines to reduce itching.
- Prescribe topical creams or ointments to reduce itching and inflammation.
- Prescribe topical or oral antifungal medications to treat any fungal infections.
- Prescribe topical or oral antiviral medications to treat any viral infections.
- Recommend lifestyle changes such as avoiding triggers, wearing loose clothing, and using cold compresses.
- Recommend avoiding sun exposure.
- Recommend avoiding hot baths and showers.
- Recommend avoiding harsh soaps and detergents.
- Recommend avoiding alcohol and smoking.
17 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Other vasculitis limited to skin - Prevention
The best way to prevent other vasculitis limited to skin is to avoid exposure to any potential triggers, such as certain medications, infections, and allergens. additionally, it is important to practice good skin hygiene, avoid harsh skin care products, and wear protective clothing when in contact with irritants.