In what percentage are children affected by histiocytosis X? What are the problems that occur along with histiocytosis X? I’ll appreciate any help.
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Most cases of histiocytosis X affect children between ages 1-15 years old, but it peaks amongst children between 5 and 10. Well, it is not big number, roughly 1 in 200,000 people each year. In children, histiocytosis X usually involves the bones 80% and the skull is frequently affected. There is often whole body involvement as well, causing rashes, lung problems, gum infiltration, lymph gland swelling, hormonal problems, enlargement of the spleen …. Very young children, especially infants, are more likely to have systemic involvement and a fatal outcome.
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