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ICD-10 Codes for Fevers
Fevers generally go away within a few days. A number of over-the-counter medications lower a fever, but sometimes it’s better left untreated. Commonly used
ICD-10 Codes for Dysuria
A number of conditions can cause painful urination (dysuria). In women, urinary tract infections are a common cause of painful urination. Commonly used ICD-10
ICD-10 Codes for Acute Kidney Injury (AKI)
Treatment for acute kidney failure involves identifying the illness or injury that originally damaged your kidneys. Your treatment options depend on what’s causing your
ICD-10 Codes for Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer that’s more advanced may cause signs and symptoms such as trouble urinating, decreased force in the stream of urine, blood in semen,
ICD-10 Codes for Pulmonary Embolism
Pulmonary embolism symptoms can vary greatly, depending on how much of your lung is involved, the size of the clots, and whether you have
ICD-10 Codes for Shortness of Breath
Most cases of shortness of breath are due to heart or lung conditions. Your heart and lungs are involved in transporting oxygen to your
ICD-10 Codes for Vertigo
Various conditions can lead to vertigo, which usually involves either an imbalance in the inner ear or a problem with the central nervous system
ICD-10 Codes for Hypokalemia
The underlying cause of Hypokalemia must first be treated. When the hypokalemia is severe, potassium chloride may be administered orally or intravenously. Most commonly
ICD-10 Codes for Migraine
Researchers believe that migraine has a genetic cause. There are also a number of factors that can trigger a Migraine. Most commonly used ICD-10
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