(S84) Injury of nerves at lower leg level

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33 069 in individuals diagnosis injury of nerves at lower leg level confirmed

Diagnosis injury of nerves at lower leg level is diagnosed Men are 44.06% more likely than Women

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Men receive the diagnosis injury of nerves at lower leg level

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Women receive the diagnosis injury of nerves at lower leg level

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Risk Group for the Disease injury of nerves at lower leg level - Men and Women aged 15-19

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 5-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 65-69, 90-95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-64, 70-89

Disease Features injury of nerves at lower leg level

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Injury of nerves at lower leg level - what does this mean

Injury of nerves at lower leg level can occur as a result of trauma to the area, such as a fracture or laceration, or through compression of the nerves due to prolonged standing or sitting. it can also occur due to direct nerve damage caused by a medical procedure, such as surgery or radiation therapy. symptoms of nerve injury at the lower leg level include numbness, tingling, and pain in the affected area.

What happens during the disease - injury of nerves at lower leg level

The injury of nerves at lower leg level is caused by a direct trauma to the lower leg, such as a cut or an abrasion, or by a compression of the nerves due to prolonged pressure. the trauma or compression can lead to damage of the nerve fibers and their myelin sheaths, resulting in a disruption of the nerve conduction and the transmission of nerve impulses. this can lead to a loss of sensation, numbness, and/or weakness in the affected area.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Injury of nerves at lower leg level - Prevention

To prevent injury of nerves at lower leg level, it is important to wear protective gear such as shin guards and ankle braces during physical activity. additionally, it is important to stretch properly before and after exercise to reduce the risk of nerve injury. it is also important to stay hydrated and get enough rest in order to maintain healthy muscles and nerves.

Specified forms of the disease

(S84.0) Injury of tibial nerve at lower leg level
(S84.1) Injury of peroneal nerve at lower leg level
(S84.2) Injury of cutaneous sensory nerve at lower leg level
(S84.7) Injury of multiple nerves at lower leg level
(S84.8) Injury of other nerves at lower leg level
(S84.9) Injury of unspecified nerve at lower leg level