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Kikuchi disease epidemiology and demographics

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Epidemiology and Demographics

Epidemiology and Demographics

Age

It is mainly a disease of young adults (mean age, 20–30 years).

Gender

It has a slight bias towards females.

Developed Countries

Kikuchi’s disease is a very rare disease and mainly seen in Japan. Isolated cases are reported in America, Europe, and Asia.

References

References

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