(R23) Other skin changes

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122 895 in individuals diagnosis other skin changes confirmed
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2 787 deaths with diagnosis other skin changes
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2% mortality rate associated with the disease other skin changes

Diagnosis other skin changes is diagnosed Men are 2.20% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis other skin changes

1 476 (2.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis other skin changes

1 311 (2.2 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease other skin changes - Men and Women aged 0

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+

Disease Features other skin changes

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Other skin changes - what does this mean

Other skin changes can occur due to a variety of causes, including environmental factors, allergies, infections, autoimmune disorders, and certain medications. these changes can include changes in color, texture, thickness, and size of the skin, as well as the development of rashes, blisters, warts, and other lesions.

What happens during the disease - other skin changes

Other skin changes can be caused by a wide variety of factors, including infections, allergies, autoimmune disorders, genetic conditions, and environmental factors. depending on the underlying cause, skin changes can manifest in a variety of ways, including rashes, lesions, discoloration, and inflammation. treatment for these skin changes will depend on the underlying cause and may include medications, lifestyle changes, and/or topical treatments.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Physical examination of the affected area
  • Review of medical history
  • Laboratory tests such as skin biopsy, blood tests, and urine tests
  • Imaging tests such as X-ray, MRI, or CT scan
  • Skin patch test
  • Allergy testing

Treatment and Medical Assistance

The main goal of the treatment is to reduce the symptoms of Other skin changes.
  • Moisturizing the skin
  • Avoiding excessive sun exposure
  • Using topical medications to reduce inflammation
  • Using topical steroids to reduce inflammation
  • Using topical antibiotics to reduce infection
  • Using oral medications to reduce inflammation
  • Using oral antibiotics to reduce infection
  • Using laser therapy to reduce inflammation
  • Using phototherapy to reduce inflammation
  • Using cryotherapy to reduce inflammation
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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Other skin changes - Prevention

Prevention of other skin changes can be achieved by avoiding exposure to sun and other environmental elements, wearing protective clothing, and using sunscreen and moisturizers. additionally, it is important to avoid smoking and to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle to help reduce the risk of developing skin changes.

Specified forms of the disease

(R23.0) Cyanosis
(R23.1) Pallor
(R23.2) Flushing
(R23.3) Spontaneous ecchymoses
(R23.4) Changes in skin texture
(R23.8) Other and unspecified skin changes