(G36.9) Acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

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130 042 in individuals diagnosis acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified confirmed
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3 544 deaths with diagnosis acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified
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3% mortality rate associated with the disease acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

Diagnosis acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 41.07% more likely than Men

38 319

Men receive the diagnosis acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

2 227 (5.8 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

1 317 (1.4 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 45-49

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-84
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 80-89, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-79, 90-94

Disease Features acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified - what does this mean

Acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified is a neurological disorder characterized by the destruction of the myelin sheath, the protective covering of nerve cells, resulting in inflammation and disruption of nerve signaling. it is thought to be caused by an autoimmune response, where the body's own immune system attacks healthy tissue.

What happens during the disease - acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified

Acute disseminated demyelination is a neurological disorder characterized by the destruction of myelin, the protective sheath that surrounds nerve fibers in the central nervous system. it is caused by an autoimmune reaction in which the body's own immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys myelin. this leads to disruption of the communication between the brain and other parts of the body, resulting in a wide range of neurological symptoms including weakness, fatigue, numbness, and difficulty speaking, walking, and swallowing.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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15 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified - Prevention

The best way to prevent acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified is to maintain an overall healthy lifestyle, which includes eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. additionally, people with autoimmune diseases should be monitored regularly by a healthcare provider to detect any signs or symptoms of acute disseminated demyelination, unspecified.