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(T47) Poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
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47 575 in individuals diagnosis poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system is diagnosed Women are 10.42% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system - 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 by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system - what does this mean
Poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system occurs when a person is exposed to a toxic substance that damages the gastrointestinal tract, causing symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea. in severe cases, the damage can lead to organ failure and even death.
What happens during the disease - poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system
Poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system is a condition that is caused when toxic agents such as heavy metals, alcohol, drugs, and certain plant toxins are ingested, leading to inflammation and damage of the gastrointestinal lining. this can lead to a range of symptoms including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, as well as more serious complications such as organ failure and death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Laboratory tests (blood tests, urine tests, stool tests)
- Imaging studies (X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans)
- Endoscopy (gastroscopy, colonoscopy)
- Toxicology screening
- Treatment of symptoms
- Treatment of underlying cause (if known)
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: Treating the symptoms of poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system.
- Administering activated charcoal to absorb the poison.
- Administering a cathartic to induce evacuation.
- Giving intravenous fluids to prevent dehydration.
- Administering antacids to reduce stomach acidity.
- Administering antibiotics to treat any secondary infections.
- Administering antiemetics to reduce nausea and vomiting.
- Administering antihistamines to reduce itching and hives.
- Administering analgesics to reduce pain.
- Administering laxatives to treat constipation.
- Administering antispasmodics to reduce abdominal cramping.
- Administering corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
5 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning by agents primarily affecting the gastrointestinal system is to avoid eating or drinking anything that has been contaminated with the agent. it is also important to practice proper food hygiene and to avoid eating raw or undercooked food. additionally, it is important to store food properly and to discard any food that is past its expiration date.