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(Q18.7) Microcheilia
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517 898 in individuals diagnosis microcheilia confirmed
2 805 deaths with diagnosis microcheilia
1% mortality rate associated with the disease microcheilia
Diagnosis microcheilia is diagnosed Men are 3.18% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis microcheilia
1 930 (0.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis microcheilia
875 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease microcheilia - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features microcheilia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Microcheilia - what does this mean
Microcheilia is a rare genetic disorder in which the size of the upper and lower lips is abnormally small. it is caused by a mutation in the gene responsible for the formation of the facial muscles which results in the underdevelopment of the facial muscles, leading to the small size of the lips.
What happens during the disease - microcheilia
Microcheilia is a condition that involves the abnormal enlargement of the upper lip. it is caused by an overgrowth of the sebaceous glands in the upper lip, resulting in an increase in sebum production. this can lead to inflammation and swelling of the upper lip, as well as the formation of cysts and nodules. in some cases, the overgrowth of the sebaceous glands can also cause the upper lip to become discolored.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Microcheilia - Prevention
Microcheilia prevention involves practicing good hygiene, such as washing hands regularly and avoiding contact with infected individuals. additionally, it is important to avoid sharing personal items, such as towels and razors, and to keep cuts and scrapes clean and covered to prevent infection. vaccinations can also be used to prevent certain types of microcheilia.