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(M05.1+) Rheumatoid lung disease
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5 353 315 in individuals diagnosis rheumatoid lung disease confirmed
29 217 deaths with diagnosis rheumatoid lung disease
1% mortality rate associated with the disease rheumatoid lung disease
Diagnosis rheumatoid lung disease is diagnosed Women are 58.34% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis rheumatoid lung disease
7 008 (0.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis rheumatoid lung disease
22 209 (0.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease rheumatoid lung disease - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features rheumatoid lung disease
Absence or low individual and public risk
Rheumatoid lung disease - what does this mean
Rheumatoid lung disease is caused by inflammation of the lungs due to rheumatoid arthritis. it is typically caused by the immune system attacking the lungs, leading to inflammation, scarring, and difficulty breathing. symptoms can include shortness of breath, chest pain, and a dry cough. treatment typically includes medications to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation.
What happens during the disease - rheumatoid lung disease
Rheumatoid lung disease is a type of lung inflammation caused by an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. this leads to an inflammatory response in the lungs, which can cause damage to the airways, alveoli, and other lung tissues. the inflammation can lead to impaired lung function, which can cause shortness of breath, chest pain, and coughing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Rheumatoid lung disease - Prevention
The best way to prevent rheumatoid lung disease is to manage and control the underlying rheumatoid arthritis. this involves regular monitoring of the disease, taking prescribed medications, and engaging in lifestyle changes such as exercise, stress reduction, and a healthy diet. additionally, avoiding smoking and exposure to secondhand smoke can help reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid lung disease.