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(Q84.3) Anonychia
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12 944 in individuals diagnosis anonychia confirmed
1 550 deaths with diagnosis anonychia
12% mortality rate associated with the disease anonychia
Diagnosis anonychia is diagnosed Men are 5.30% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis anonychia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis anonychia
1 550 (25.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease anonychia - 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 anonychia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Anonychia - what does this mean
Anonychia is a condition caused by a genetic mutation that prevents the body from producing or properly using the protein that is necessary for the formation of fingernails and toenails. this results in the complete absence of nails, or hypoplastic nails that are thin and brittle.
What happens during the disease - anonychia
Anonychia is a rare genetic disorder that is caused by mutations in the gene coding for the keratin protein, which is responsible for the formation of the nail plate. this mutation disrupts the normal formation of the nail plate, resulting in the absence of fingernails or toenails. this disorder can be inherited in an autosomal dominant or autosomal recessive manner.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Medical history review
- Blood tests
- Skin biopsy
- Genetic testing
- X-ray imaging
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat Anonychia
- Prescribe topical ointments to improve nail growth.
- Prescribe oral supplements to promote nail growth.
- Encourage proper nail hygiene.
- Advise patient to keep nails short and well-trimmed.
- Advise patient to wear protective gloves when engaging in activities that may cause trauma to the nails.
- Perform nail biopsies to determine the cause of the condition.
- Prescribe antibiotics to treat any underlying infections.
- Prescribe antifungal medications for fungal infections.
- Prescribe steroid creams to reduce inflammation.
- Perform surgery to remove damaged nail tissue.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Anonychia - Prevention
Anonychia is best prevented by avoiding contact with individuals who have the disease, washing hands regularly with soap and water, and avoiding contact with contaminated objects. additionally, practicing safe sex, eating a healthy diet, and getting regular exercise can help reduce the risk of contracting anonychia.