(X31) Exposure to excessive natural cold

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561 794 in individuals diagnosis exposure to excessive natural cold confirmed
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72 989 deaths with diagnosis exposure to excessive natural cold
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13% mortality rate associated with the disease exposure to excessive natural cold

Diagnosis exposure to excessive natural cold is diagnosed Men are 77.60% more likely than Women

498 875

Men receive the diagnosis exposure to excessive natural cold

52 254 (10.5 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis exposure to excessive natural cold

20 735 (33.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease exposure to excessive natural cold - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 50-54

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 25-29, 95+
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-94

Disease Features exposure to excessive natural cold

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Exposure to excessive natural cold - what does this mean

Exposure to excessive natural cold can lead to hypothermia, a condition in which the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, resulting in abnormally low body temperature. this can occur when a person is exposed to cold temperatures for an extended period of time or when they are immersed in cold water. symptoms of hypothermia include shivering, confusion, slurred speech, and fatigue. if left untreated, hypothermia can be fatal.

What happens during the disease - exposure to excessive natural cold

Exposure to excessive natural cold can lead to a variety of health problems, including hypothermia, frostbite, and respiratory illnesses. hypothermia occurs when the body is unable to maintain its temperature at a safe level, leading to a drop in core body temperature. frostbite is a tissue injury caused by extreme cold, which can lead to permanent tissue damage. respiratory illnesses such as bronchitis, pneumonia, and asthma can be exacerbated by cold weather, as the cold air can irritate the airways and make breathing difficult.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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

Exposure to excessive natural cold - Prevention

To prevent exposure to excessive natural cold, it is important to dress appropriately for the weather, wear layers, and cover exposed skin. additionally, it is important to stay hydrated and to limit time spent outdoors in cold temperatures. if necessary, seek shelter in a warm location if temperatures are too cold.