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(F17.6) Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
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31 252 in individuals diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome confirmed
11 358 deaths with diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
36% mortality rate associated with the disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
Diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome is diagnosed Men are 17.76% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
7 877 (42.8 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
3 481 (27.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome - Men aged 40-44 and Women aged 45-49
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 10-69, 75-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 70-74, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-24, 70-74, 80-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 25-69, 75-79
Disease Features mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
Absence or low individual and public risk
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome - what does this mean
Amnesic syndrome is a mental and behavioural disorder caused by the use of tobacco, which results in memory loss and confusion. it is caused by the chemicals in tobacco, which damage the hippocampus, a part of the brain responsible for memory formation and recall. symptoms of amnesic syndrome include difficulty in remembering recent events or conversations, confusion, difficulty in concentrating, and difficulty in learning new information.
What happens during the disease - mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco: amnesic syndrome is caused by the accumulation of nicotine in the brain, which disrupts the normal functioning of neurotransmitters and impairs the formation of memories. nicotine also increases the release of dopamine, which can lead to an increased sense of pleasure and reward, but can also lead to addiction and further cognitive decline. additionally, long-term nicotine exposure can lead to changes in the brain's structure, resulting in cognitive deficits and memory loss.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Laboratory tests
- Psychological assessment
- Neuropsychological testing
- Brain imaging
- Cognitive assessment
- Neuropsychological tests
- Neuropsychiatric evaluation
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of amnesic syndrome caused by tobacco use.
- Educating the patient on the dangers of tobacco use and the symptoms of amnesic syndrome.
- Providing support and counseling for the patient.
- Encouraging the patient to quit using tobacco.
- Prescribing medication to reduce symptoms of amnesia.
- Recommending lifestyle changes such as regular exercise and healthy eating.
- Referring the patient to a specialist for further treatment.
- Providing cognitive behavioural therapy to help the patient manage their symptoms.
37 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Mental and behavioural disorders due to use of tobacco : amnesic syndrome - Prevention
The best way to prevent amnesic syndrome due to the use of tobacco is to avoid or quit using tobacco products altogether. if you are already using tobacco, reducing the amount you consume and seeking help from a medical professional to quit can help prevent the development of amnesic syndrome. additionally, it is important to practice healthy lifestyle habits such as eating a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and managing stress levels.