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(J66.8) Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
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6 526 in individuals diagnosis airway disease due to other specific organic dusts confirmed
3 992 deaths with diagnosis airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
61% mortality rate associated with the disease airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
Diagnosis airway disease due to other specific organic dusts is diagnosed Men are 5.91% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
2 681 (77.6 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
1 311 (42.7 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease airway disease due to other specific organic dusts - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 35-39
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 30-39, 45-74
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-29, 40-44, 75-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 20-34, 40-49, 75-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-19, 35-39, 50-74
Disease Features airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
Absence or low individual and public risk
Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts - what does this mean
Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts occurs when organic dust particles are inhaled into the lungs, leading to inflammation and narrowing of the airways, which can cause difficulty breathing, chest tightness, coughing and wheezing.
What happens during the disease - airway disease due to other specific organic dusts
Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts is caused by exposure to organic dusts that are not associated with farming or occupational activities. these organic dusts can be found in the environment, such as in household dust, and can cause inflammation and irritation of the airways when inhaled. this can lead to a range of symptoms including coughing, wheezing, and difficulty breathing. in some cases, it can also cause long-term damage to the lungs.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed medical history and physical exam
- Perform a chest X-ray
- Perform pulmonary function tests
- Perform spirometry
- Perform bronchial provocation tests
- Perform blood tests
- Perform sputum examination
- Perform imaging studies
- Perform bronchoscopy
- Perform allergy testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To improve airway health and reduce symptoms of airway disease due to specific organic dusts.
- Reduce exposure to organic dusts
- Avoid contact with respiratory irritants
- Take medications to reduce inflammation and open airways
- Use a humidifier to add moisture to the air
- Inhale steam to reduce inflammation
- Use a nasal rinse to flush out allergens and irritants
- Participate in breathing exercises and other pulmonary rehabilitation activities
- Wear a face mask when exposed to dusts
- Take oral corticosteroids to reduce inflammation
- Receive immunotherapy to reduce sensitivity to allergens
13 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Airway disease due to other specific organic dusts - Prevention
The best way to prevent airway disease due to other specific organic dusts is to limit exposure to the dusts by wearing protective gear, such as a respirator, while in areas where the dusts are present. additionally, employers should ensure that work areas are well ventilated and that the dusts are properly contained.