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(M34.2) Systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
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589 161 in individuals diagnosis systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals confirmed
30 703 deaths with diagnosis systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
5% mortality rate associated with the disease systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
Diagnosis systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals is diagnosed Women are 60.53% more likely than Men
116 268
Men receive the diagnosis systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
8 382 (7.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
22 321 (4.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals - Men aged 50-54 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
Absence or low individual and public risk
Systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals - what does this mean
Systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals is a rare condition in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy body tissue, leading to the formation of scar tissue in the skin, blood vessels, and internal organs. this can cause a wide range of symptoms including skin thickening, joint pain, and organ damage.
What happens during the disease - systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals
Systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals is an autoimmune disorder caused by an aberrant immune response to certain drugs and chemicals. the immune system mistakenly recognizes these drugs and chemicals as foreign and produces antibodies to attack them. this results in inflammation of the blood vessels, which can then cause damage to the skin, lungs, heart, and other organs. in addition, the production of collagen and other substances can lead to the formation of thick, fibrous tissue in the skin and other organs, which can impair their function.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals - Prevention
The best way to prevent systemic sclerosis induced by drugs and chemicals is to avoid exposure to these substances. this can be done by reading labels and instructions carefully, using protective equipment when handling hazardous materials, and avoiding contact with known irritants. additionally, it is important to be aware of any potential side effects of any medications or treatments being taken.