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(Q84.0) Congenital alopecia
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12 944 in individuals diagnosis congenital alopecia confirmed
1 550 deaths with diagnosis congenital alopecia
12% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital alopecia
Diagnosis congenital alopecia is diagnosed Men are 5.30% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital alopecia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital alopecia
1 550 (25.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital alopecia - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-34, 45-54
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 35-44, 55-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 55-59, 65-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-54, 60-64
Disease Features congenital alopecia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital alopecia - what does this mean
Congenital alopecia is a type of hair loss that is present at birth or shortly after birth. it is caused by genetic mutations that affect the development of hair follicles, resulting in baldness or patchy hair loss. in some cases, the hair may grow back in adulthood, while in others it may be permanent.
What happens during the disease - congenital alopecia
Congenital alopecia is a rare condition caused by genetic mutations or environmental factors that prevent the normal development of hair follicles. this results in a lack of hair growth in areas of the body where hair normally grows, leading to partial or complete baldness. the exact cause of this condition is still unknown, but it is believed to be related to the abnormal functioning of certain genes that are involved in the development of hair follicles.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital alopecia - Prevention
The prevention of congenital alopecia is largely unknown, as it is a genetic condition. however, there are some steps that can be taken to reduce the risk, such as avoiding exposure to environmental toxins, maintaining a healthy diet, and avoiding smoking. additionally, it is important to seek medical advice if there is a family history of congenital alopecia.