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(M83.3) Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
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14 826 in individuals diagnosis adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition confirmed
372 deaths with diagnosis adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
3% mortality rate associated with the disease adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
Diagnosis adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition is diagnosed Women are 20.49% more likely than Men
5 894
Men receive the diagnosis adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
372 (4.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 15-19, 25-79, 85-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-14, 20-24, 80-84, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 30-34, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-29, 35-94
Disease Features adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
Absence or low individual and public risk
Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition - what does this mean
Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition occurs when the body does not get enough dietary calcium, phosphorus, or vitamin d, which are essential for the proper formation of bone. this leads to the softening of bones, which can cause pain and weakness in the bones and muscles.
What happens during the disease - adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition
Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition is a condition caused by a lack of dietary intake of essential vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin d and calcium. this leads to a decrease in the mineralization of the bones, resulting in weakened and softened bones, leading to pain and increased risk of fractures.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure levels of calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin D
- Urine tests to measure calcium and phosphate levels
- X-ray imaging to look for signs of bone damage
- Bone biopsy to confirm the diagnosis
- CT scan to assess the extent of bone damage
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To restore healthy levels of vitamin D and calcium in the body.
- Prescribe a vitamin D supplement.
- Prescribe a calcium supplement.
- Prescribe a balanced diet with adequate amounts of vitamin D and calcium.
- Encourage regular exercise.
- Monitor vitamin D and calcium levels.
- Educate patient on lifestyle changes to prevent recurrence of osteomalacia.
23 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition - Prevention
Adult osteomalacia due to malnutrition can be prevented by following a balanced diet rich in calcium, phosphorus, and vitamin d, as well as regular physical activity and adequate sun exposure.