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(T47.9) Poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified
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47 575 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified is diagnosed Women are 10.42% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 15-19
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-49, 55-59, 65-74, 80-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 50-54, 60-64, 75-79, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Disease Features poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified - what does this mean
Poisoning is a condition caused by the ingestion of a toxic substance that affects the gastrointestinal system. symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. in severe cases, the poison can cause organ damage, shock, coma, and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified
Poisoning is a condition caused by the ingestion of a toxic substance, which is absorbed into the body and causes damage to the gastrointestinal system. the damage can range from mild to severe, depending on the type and amount of the toxic agent ingested. symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. treatment typically involves supportive care and administration of antidotes or other medications to reduce the effects of the ingested toxic agent.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Obtain a detailed history of the patient's exposure to potential toxins.
- Perform a physical exam to assess the patient's vital signs and physical findings.
- Order laboratory tests to identify the toxin and measure its concentration in the patient's body.
- Order imaging studies to assess the extent of damage to the patient's organs.
- Administer appropriate treatments to counteract the effects of the toxin.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs and laboratory values to ensure the effectiveness of treatment.
- Administer supportive care to manage symptoms and prevent complications.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the symptoms of the poisoning and restore the patient to health.
- Administer fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Prescribe medications to reduce nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
- Prescribe antacids to reduce stomach acid.
- Prescribe anti-diarrheal medications to reduce loose stools.
- Prescribe antibiotics to prevent or treat infection.
- Prescribe activated charcoal or other substances to absorb toxins.
- Prescribe laxatives to help remove toxins from the body.
- Monitor the patient's vital signs and laboratory tests.
- Monitor the patient's progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: agent primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system, unspecified - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning is to practice safe food handling and storage, avoid consuming potentially contaminated foods or liquids, and store hazardous substances in their original containers and away from food items. additionally, it is important to follow all instructions and warnings when using any hazardous substances, and to avoid mixing them with other substances.