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(Q84.4) Congenital leukonychia
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12 944 in individuals diagnosis congenital leukonychia confirmed
1 550 deaths with diagnosis congenital leukonychia
12% mortality rate associated with the disease congenital leukonychia
Diagnosis congenital leukonychia is diagnosed Men are 5.30% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis congenital leukonychia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis congenital leukonychia
1 550 (25.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease congenital leukonychia - 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 leukonychia
Absence or low individual and public risk
Congenital leukonychia - what does this mean
Congenital leukonychia is a rare condition that is present at birth and is characterized by white patches on the nails due to a lack of melanin in the nail bed. it is caused by a genetic mutation that affects the production of melanin, resulting in the white patches.
What happens during the disease - congenital leukonychia
Congenital leukonychia is a condition in which white spots or streaks appear on the nails. it is caused by a disruption in the development of the nail matrix, which is the area beneath the nail where the nail cells are formed. this disruption can be caused by genetic mutations, nutritional deficiencies, or exposure to certain toxins. the white spots or streaks are caused by a lack of melanin, the pigment that gives the nails their normal color.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Review patient's medical history and family history.
- Perform a physical examination.
- Order laboratory tests to rule out other conditions.
- Take a biopsy of the affected nail.
- Perform a dermatoscopy.
- Perform an X-ray of the affected nail.
- Order a genetic test.
- Perform a nail culture.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Reduce the appearance of white spots on the nails.
- Administering oral medications such as vitamin B12 or biotin.
- Using topical creams or ointments.
- Undergoing laser treatments.
- Performing nail wraps.
- Applying nail hardeners.
- Using nail polishes that contain melanin.
- Applying nail whitening agents.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Congenital leukonychia - Prevention
The best way to prevent congenital leukonychia is to practice good hygiene, including regular handwashing and avoiding contact with individuals who are infected. additionally, pregnant women should take extra care to avoid contracting any infections, as these can be passed on to the baby in the womb.