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(X32) Exposure to sunlight
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25 996 in individuals diagnosis exposure to sunlight confirmed
2 818 deaths with diagnosis exposure to sunlight
11% mortality rate associated with the disease exposure to sunlight
Diagnosis exposure to sunlight is diagnosed Men are 33.31% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis exposure to sunlight
1 434 (8.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis exposure to sunlight
1 384 (16.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease exposure to sunlight - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-24, 30-34, 55-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 25-29, 35-54, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 20-24, 30-34, 40-54, 60-64, 75-79, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-29, 35-39, 55-59, 65-74, 80-89
Disease Features exposure to sunlight
Absence or low individual and public risk
Exposure to sunlight - what does this mean
Exposure to sunlight is one of the main causes of skin cancer. sunlight contains ultraviolet (uv) radiation, which can damage the dna in skin cells. over time, this damage can lead to changes in the cells, which can cause them to grow out of control and form tumors.
What happens during the disease - exposure to sunlight
Exposure to sunlight can cause a range of skin conditions and diseases, such as sunburn, photoaging, actinic keratosis, and skin cancer. prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation from the sun damages the skin's dna, leading to mutations in the skin cells and the development of these conditions. sunburn is the most common consequence of overexposure to sunlight, resulting in red, inflamed skin that can be painful and itchy. photoaging is the premature aging of the skin due to ultraviolet radiation, and can lead to wrinkles, discoloration, and sagging skin. actinic keratosis is a precancerous condition caused by sun exposure, in which scaly patches of skin develop on areas that have been exposed to the sun. finally, skin cancer is the most serious consequence of overexposure to the sun, and is the most common form of cancer in the united states.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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7 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Exposure to sunlight - Prevention
The best way to prevent exposure to sunlight is to limit time spent outdoors, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen with an spf of 30 or higher. additionally, seek shade when outdoors, and wear a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses to protect the face and eyes.