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(J67.8) Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
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131 655 in individuals diagnosis hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts confirmed
9 379 deaths with diagnosis hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
7% mortality rate associated with the disease hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
Diagnosis hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts is diagnosed Men are 0.37% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
6 508 (9.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
2 871 (4.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts - Men aged 45-49 and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5, 10-14, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-9, 15-89
Disease Features hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
Absence or low individual and public risk
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts - what does this mean
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts is a type of lung inflammation caused by an allergic reaction to inhaling certain types of organic dusts like molds, fungus, bacteria, and animal proteins. this reaction leads to inflammation of the lungs, which can cause wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
What happens during the disease - hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts is an inflammatory lung disease caused by inhaling organic dust particles, which stimulate an immune response in the lungs. this response leads to inflammation of the airways, which can cause coughing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. in severe cases, the inflammation can lead to scarring of the lungs, which can cause permanent damage.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Chest X-ray
- Pulmonary function tests
- High-resolution computed tomography (HRCT) of the chest
- Bronchoscopy
- Sputum analysis
- Blood tests
- Lung biopsy
- Environmental assessment of exposure to organic dusts
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Reduce inflammation and prevent further damage to the lungs.
- Take prescribed medications such as corticosteroids and immunosuppressants.
- Avoid exposure to dusts that cause hypersensitivity pneumonitis.
- Perform breathing exercises to strengthen the lungs.
- Undergo physical therapy to improve breathing.
- Receive oxygen therapy to improve oxygen levels in the blood.
- Drink plenty of fluids to keep the airways moist.
- Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke.
- Engage in regular exercise to improve overall health.
- Eat a healthy diet to support the immune system.
16 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts - Prevention
The best way to prevent hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to other organic dusts is to avoid exposure to the dusts in the first place. this can be done by wearing protective gear, such as a respirator, when working in dusty environments, and by ensuring adequate ventilation in the workplace. additionally, it is important to keep the home environment free of dust and to maintain good hygiene practices.