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(Z88.2) Personal history of allergy to sulfonamides
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71 700 in individuals diagnosis personal history of allergy to sulfonamides confirmed
Diagnosis personal history of allergy to sulfonamides is diagnosed Women are 26.13% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis personal history of allergy to sulfonamides
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Women receive the diagnosis personal history of allergy to sulfonamides
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease personal history of allergy to sulfonamides - Men and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 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 personal history of allergy to sulfonamides
Absence or low individual and public risk
Personal history of allergy to sulfonamides - what does this mean
Allergies to sulfonamides occur when a person's immune system mistakes the sulfonamide medication as a foreign invader and produces antibodies to fight it off. this reaction causes an inflammatory response in the body, resulting in symptoms such as rash, hives, itching, swelling, and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - personal history of allergy to sulfonamides
The pathogenesis of an allergy to sulfonamides is likely due to an immunological reaction to the drug. the body's immune system recognizes the sulfonamide as a foreign substance and releases antibodies to fight it off. this leads to the release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators, which can cause an allergic reaction such as hives, skin rash, itching, and difficulty breathing.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform physical examination.
- Order laboratory tests including blood and urine tests.
- Perform skin prick tests.
- Provide a detailed medical history including allergies.
- Perform imaging studies such as X-ray or CT scan.
- Perform endoscopy.
- Administer a challenge test.
- Administer an allergy skin test.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the symptoms of the allergy to sulfonamides
- Avoid taking any medications that contain sulfonamides
- Avoid coming in contact with any products that contain sulfonamides
- Take antihistamines to reduce symptoms such as itching, hives, and swelling
- Take corticosteroids to reduce inflammation and swelling
- Take epinephrine to reduce severe allergic reactions
- Avoid exposure to environmental triggers such as pollen and dust
- Avoid foods that are high in sulfites
- Wear a medical alert bracelet to alert medical personnel of the allergy
3 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Personal history of allergy to sulfonamides - Prevention
The best way to prevent an allergic reaction to sulfonamides is to avoid taking the medication altogether. if it is necessary to take this medication, it is important to discuss with your doctor the potential risks and benefits of taking it. additionally, it is important to inform your doctor of any personal history of allergy to sulfonamides prior to taking the medication.