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(P91.3) Neonatal cerebral irritability
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164 635 in individuals diagnosis neonatal cerebral irritability confirmed
7 386 deaths with diagnosis neonatal cerebral irritability
5% mortality rate associated with the disease neonatal cerebral irritability
Diagnosis neonatal cerebral irritability is diagnosed Men are 17.66% more likely than Women
96 853
Men receive the diagnosis neonatal cerebral irritability
3 077 (3.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis neonatal cerebral irritability
4 309 (6.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease neonatal cerebral irritability - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 5-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 10-19, 25-29, 35-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-24, 30-34
Disease Features neonatal cerebral irritability
Absence or low individual and public risk
Neonatal cerebral irritability - what does this mean
Neonatal cerebral irritability is a condition that occurs in newborns in which the brain is overly sensitive to stimulation, resulting in excessive crying, irritability, and difficulty calming. it can be caused by a variety of factors, including prematurity, infection, and metabolic disorders.
What happens during the disease - neonatal cerebral irritability
Neonatal cerebral irritability is a condition characterized by an excessive and prolonged startle response to sensory stimuli. it is thought to be caused by a combination of an immature central nervous system and a lack of adequate sleep, which can lead to an over-excitability of the brain's neurons. this can lead to increased irritability and difficulty in calming the infant.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination of the infant
- Conduct a neurological assessment
- Order laboratory tests such as a complete blood count, metabolic panel, and electrolyte panel
- Perform brain imaging such as an ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI
- Perform an electroencephalogram (EEG) to measure electrical activity in the brain
- Conduct a hearing test
- Perform lumbar puncture to measure cerebrospinal fluid pressure and to analyze the fluid
- Conduct a genetic test to identify any genetic disorders
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To reduce the symptoms of Neonatal Cerebral Irritability
- Provide supportive care to the infant
- Monitor the infant's vital signs
- Administer medications to reduce seizures and other symptoms
- Provide physical therapy and occupational therapy to improve motor skills
- Provide speech therapy to improve communication skills
- Provide nutritional support to ensure proper growth and development
- Provide psychosocial support to the family
- Monitor the infant's development and adjust treatment accordingly
18 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Neonatal cerebral irritability - Prevention
Neonatal cerebral irritability can be prevented by providing proper antenatal care to the mother, including regular check-ups and monitoring of the baby's development, as well as avoiding high-risk behaviors such as smoking and drug use during pregnancy. additionally, proper nutrition and hygiene during pregnancy can help reduce the risk of neonatal cerebral irritability.